nursing jobs at the kenya redcross

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Kenya Red Cross Society is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in Kenya.
Our mission is to timely, effectively and innovatively deliver humanitarian services with
respect, in solidarity and accountability to our stakeholders, our communities and
affected populations.
The Society is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic persons to fill the following
position:

• Position Title: Nursing Officer (8 Positions)
• Reporting to: Nursing Officer In-Charge
• Job Location: Kalobeyei_ Kakuma

Overall Purpose
The overall objective is to provide a high standard of client care to both outpatients and
inpatients, in accordance with clinical guidelines, policies, procedure, quality standards
and guidelines for nursing professional practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Nursing Officer shall work in specific ward/clinic assigned to and would therefore work as both supervisor and team leader of the refugee staff.
•  Prepare for and assist the doctors during the rounds whenever required.
• Ensure that all required observations, prescribed treatment and procedures are
• properly carried out and documented on patient’s charts.
• Refer to the doctor in charge or to the doctor/CO on call relevant information
• such as patient’s status and laboratory results, which would assist in proper clinical management.
•  Arrange and submit weekly clinic/ward work schedule and plan daily duties and responsibilities for each refugee staff.
• Participate in camp health surveys/campaigns.
•  Conduct regular training session for refugee staff on basic nursing
• care/management of various ward/clinic cases and charting.
•  Give health education to patients and clients
•  Compile and submit monthly reports.
• Monitor and supervise proper usage of supplies.
•  Maintain equipment in good condition and submit regular inventory report of the same.
•  Maintain drug registers and drug consumption within the ward level.
• Ensure that all admissions, discharges, transfers and deaths are properly recorded as they occur.
• Taking and recording of vital signs and proper documentation of all nursing procedures
• Ensure the clinic/ward is cleaned to the expected standards.
• Perform coverage and be on-call as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Over two (2) years’ experience.
• Registered nurse with a Diploma in Nursing from KMTC or other recognized nurse training institute.
• Valid and current registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

Key Competencies

• At least 2 years working in a busy hospital set-up.
•  Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the
• Society’s strategic objectives.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing,
• spreadsheets, database, email and utilization of the internet.
• Should be a team player and culturally sensitive.
• Strong communication skills: oral, written and presentation skills.
• Application Procedure

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should send or drop their
applications so as to reach us not later than Friday, 13 th October 2017 at either;
 Kenya Red Cross Society Lodwar Branch Office or
 Kenya Red Cross Society Kakuma Tracing Office or
 Post it to

Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P.O. Box 40712-00100,
Nairobi

Applications MUST contain; letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant
certificates (including Current Practising License), address and contacts of two referees.