Neonatal Nurse at Marie Stopes

Marie Stopes International is an international non-governmental organisation providing contraception and safe abortion services in 37 countries around the world. Marie Stopes International as an organisation lobbies in favour of access to abortion, and provides a variety of sexual and reproductive healthcare services including advice, vasectomies, and aborti...

 

Neonatal Nurse

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldMedical / Healthcare 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Eastleigh Maternity Home Centre Manager in running of the facility in Neonatal Care and Monitoring
  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to newborns admitted at the NBU/kangaroo care unit.
  • Monitor vital signs, feeding patterns, weight, and general well-being of all newborns.
  • Identify and escalate any signs of distress or complications promptly to the attending clinician.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in neonatal charts and patient records.
  • Management and accurate documentation and Reporting of all services rendered.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date neonatal charts, including vital signs, feeding logs, temperature monitoring, and weight tracking.
  • Record all nursing interventions, medications administered, and observations in patient files.
  • Document newborn screening results, immunizations, and any referrals or escalations made.
  • Ensure discharge summaries are properly completed and shared with mothers, including home care instructions.
  • Update and submit daily, weekly, and monthly neonatal care statistics to the Matron or Centre Manager.
  • Always adhere to MSI documentation and data confidentiality policies.
  • Work closely with midwives, clinicians, and other staff to ensure continuity of care.
  • Participate in ward rounds and contribute to clinical discussions and discharge planning.
  • Prepare and submit reports on neonatal outcomes and service statistics as required.
  • Effective participation and support of the centre team both in quality assurance and promotional activities   
  • Offer quality services including the full spectrum of MSI services    
  • Ensure proper use of medical equipment and supplies and notifies Centre Manager of repairs, maintenance or replacements of equipment and instruments   
  • Report all major and minor incidents within 24 hours   
  • Actively promote the work of the centre to generate demand for the services, e.g. educational and awareness-raising events    
  • Positively promote MSIK as a leading, quality provider of reproductive & sexual health 
  • services.
  • Undertake root cause analysis of incidences and develop action plans, ensuring that this leads to change in practice   
  • Establish and maintain effective communication with clients, relatives and team members to contribute to the active resolution of potentially complex situations, complaints and issues   
  • Lead on the implementation of patient safety strategies as shall be recommended by the quality team   
  • Share best practices and drive improvements in patient care through regular review meetings and CMEs   
  • In conjunction with the consultant obstetrician/gynaecologist & the Matron, the Neonatal Nurse will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards within clinical teams   
  • Efficient and effective service delivery of the full range of MSIK services   
  • Provide high-quality neonatal nursing care to all newborns, ensuring safe transition from delivery to discharge.
  • Support midwives and clinicians during deliveries and immediately post-delivery to ensure proper newborn assessment and resuscitation when necessary.
  • Conduct routine newborn examinations and promptly escalate any complications to the attending clinician.
  • Promote and support exclusive breastfeeding through counselling and hands-on guidance to mothers.
  • Ensure timely immunization, cord care, thermal regulation, and hygiene for all newborns in line with MSIK protocols.
  • Participate in maternal and newborn postnatal reviews to ensure continuity of care and early detection of complications.
  • Collaborate with other staff to deliver integrated maternal, newborn, and family planning services within the maternity unit.
  • Maintain high standards of infection prevention and client safety in all neonatal care activities

Qualifications 

  • Diploma or Degree in Nursing (KRCHN or BScN) from a recognized institution.
  • Registration and valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
  • Specialized training in neonatal or paediatric nursing is an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a maternity or neonatal care setting.
  • Experience working in a high-volume facility is desirable.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Marie Stopes on hcm.mariestopes.or.ke to apply

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