Nursing Officer-Perioperative at Tenwek Hospital

Mission Statement: "Tenwek Hospital is a Christian community committed to excellence in compassionate healthcare, spiritual ministry, and training for service to the glory of God." The hospital was founded in 1937 by missionaries from World Gospel Mission and has since grown to be a leading teaching and referral hospital in the region and one...

 

Nursing Officer-Perioperative

  • Job TypeContract
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldMedical / Healthcare 

Job Summary:

  • The Perioperative Nursing Officer is responsible for providing high-quality surgical nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures. The role involves preparing the operating room, assisting surgeons, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining sterile conditions. The officer will work closely with the surgical team to enhance efficiency and ensure the best patient outcomes.

Duties & Responsibilities.

Preoperative Care

  • Assess and prepare patients for surgery, including obtaining consent and explaining procedures.
  • Ensure proper documentation of patient history, allergies, and preoperative instructions.
  • Prepare the operating room with necessary surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies
  • Verify and ensure proper functioning of surgical equipment and sterilization of instruments.

Intraoperative Care

  • Assist the surgical team as a scrub or circulating nurse.
  • Maintain aseptic techniques to prevent infections.
  • Monitor patients’ vital signs and respond to intraoperative emergencies
  • Ensure accurate handling of surgical instruments, sponges, and other materials
  • Coordinate with anesthetists and surgeons to facilitate smooth operations.

Postoperative Care

  • Assist in transferring patients to the recovery room and ensure proper handover.
  • Monitor patients post-surgery for complications or adverse reactions.
  • Provide post-anesthesia care, including pain management and wound care.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on postoperative care instructions.

.Infection Control & Patient Safety

  • Adhere to infection control policies and standard surgical protocols.
  • Maintain accurate records of procedures, incidents, and patient progress.
  • Ensure proper disposal of surgical waste and biohazard materials.

Teamwork & Continuous Improvement

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve surgical processes.
  • Participate in training, mentorship, and professional development programs.
  • Contribute to policy and procedure reviews to enhance theatre operations.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience

  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Perioperative Nursing.
  • Minimum of 2 years working in a perioperative nursing environment.
  • Must be registered with the t Nursing Council and hold a valid practicing license

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Tenwek Hospital on 197.138.207.17 to apply

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