Nephrology Nurse at Nairobi West Hospital Ltd
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Nephrology Nurse
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
- Experience3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldMedical / Healthcare
JOB PURPOSE
- Responsible for providing proper nursing care plan for all patients who are at risk or are experiencing kidney diseases as well as giving counseling services to relatives.
- Academic and professional qualifications
- KRNN.KRN/KRM.KRCHN Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Must be a Kenya Registered Nurse with a valid practicing license from NCK
- Minimum of 3 years post clinical nursing.
Other added advantages
- Higher Diploma in KRNN
- BLS & ACLS certified.
- Good interpersonal skills & communication skills
- Good customer care skills.
Roles & Responsibilities
Patient Care
- Assessment
- To obtain & document a patient assessment which incorporates all available data/information.
- To utilize techniques of observation, interview, measurement and physical examination in making an assessment.
- To identify from assessment actual and potential problems in collaboration with patient and senior nursing personnel.
Planning
- To plan and document a nursing care plan using the nursing process. Plan priorities of nursing care.
- To refer problems with less predictable outcomes to senior nursing personnel.
- To continually update the nursing care plan as patient status demands.
- To commence discharged planning as soon as it is feasible in co-operation with patient and significant others. Demonstrate same in written care plan.
Implementation
- To deliver care using the nursing process, setting priorities in the delivery of care.
- To delegate and supervise nursing care delivered by junior Staff Nurses.
- To co-ordinate care delivered by other health professionals.
Evaluation
- To evaluate each shift aspect of nursing intervention and document.
- To revise care plans if outcomes cannot be met.
- To communicate evaluation and subsequent plan to patient/significant others and healthcare team.
Budgetary Management
- To advise charge nurse /Team Leader of malfunctioning equipment.
- To utilize resources effectively and efficiently.
Quality Assurance
- To participate in Nursing Quality Assurance programs.
- To encourage staff participation in unit-based Nursing Quality Assurance programs.
- To identify unsafe care practices and contribute to corrective action.
Method of Application
send your application to: recruitment@nairobiwesthospital.com Deadline: 8th November 2024
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