Theatre Nurse at Nanyuki Hospital

What You Will Do

• Prepare operating theatres, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Assist surgeons, anesthetists, and other theatre personnel before, during, and after surgical operations.
• Maintain aseptic technique and ensure strict adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.
• Assess patients pre-operatively and verify patient identity, procedure details, and consent documentation.
• Monitor patient safety and wellbeing throughout the perioperative period.
• Manage surgical instruments, swab counts, needle counts, and equipment checks according to established protocols.
• Prepare, label, and handle surgical specimens appropriately for laboratory analysis.
• Respond promptly to intraoperative emergencies and support emergency surgical interventions.
• Document patient care, surgical procedures, and theatre activities clearly and accurately.
• Collaborate with Medical Officers, Surgeons, Anesthetists, and other healthcare personnel to ensure seamless surgical care.
• Participate in continuous learning, training, and mentoring of junior staff and trainees.

Qualifications

• Higher Diploma in Perioperative/Theatre Nursing or equivalent.
• Valid Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) registration and current practicing license.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a busy operating theatre environment.
• Strong clinical skills with solid knowledge of surgical procedures, aseptic techniques, and theatre protocols.
• Excellent communication, patient advocacy, and teamwork skills.
• High level of accuracy, compassion, ethical standards, and professionalism.
• Willingness to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, public holidays, and emergency call schedules.