Senior Nursing Officer at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Taking part in developing and implementing nursing care policies related to research activities;
• promoting innovation, creativity and excellence in nursing activities in the Institute;
• Ensure implementation of nursing care and services required by the various diverse research teams within the Institute;
• Spearhead patient\client Centredness’ practices within the research environment;
• Monitoring and evaluating nursing activities to ensure compliance with prevailing guidelines and statutory requirements;
• Ensuring performance contracting for the unit and capacity building by appraising nursing staff;
• participating in scientific meetings;
• reviewing and approving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);
• establishing staff training needs and recommending training programs; and
• Coach and mentor nursing staff

Vacancy Requirements:

• At least four(4) years relevant work experience;    
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, public health, Psychology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;    
• Master’s degree in Nursing disciplines, public health, health management, epidemiology or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;    
• Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;    
• Valid Practising Licensing from Nursing Council of Kenya;    
• Supervisory Course not lasting less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;    
• Proficiency in computer application;    
• Analytical skills.    
• Strong communication and reporting skills.