Team Leader - NICU & Nursery at 3rd Park Hospital

Role Overview

• We are seeking an experienced and committed Team Leader - NICU & Nursery to support the Head of Department - Maternity & NICU in overseeing neonatal and newborn care services. The successful candidate will supervise nursing and support staff, ensure safe and high-quality care for critically ill and well newborns, and coordinate daily operations within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Nursery.

Responsibilities

• Assist the HOD in managing NICU and Nursery operations.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, mentorship, and support to neonatal nurses and staff. Coordinate staff scheduling, allocation of duties, and workload management.
• Ensure adherence to neonatal care protocols, infection prevention, and patient safety standards.
• Monitor neonates in NICU and well-baby nursery, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
• Support family-centered care by educating and involving parents in newborn care.
• Oversee equipment use, stock management, and consumables for neonatal units. Serve as a point of escalation for urgent patient care concerns.
• Participate in departmental audits, morbidity/mortality reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSCN) or Diploma in Nursing with additional training in Neonatal Nursing.
• Registration and valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in neonatal/maternity care, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in NICU or newborn nursery care is essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical expertise in neonatal and newborn care.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. Compassionate, patient, and family-focused approach to care. Ability to work under pressure in high-acuity settings.
• Flexibility to work shifts, nights, weekends, and public holidays