To secure a position leveraging skills in [specific skills or fields], the ideal candidate will drive measurable outcomes through [specific actions or contributions], fostering innovation and efficiency within the organization. The role requires a proven track record in [specific industry or function], with a strong emphasis on [key requirements]. Responsibilities encompass overseeing [specific duties], collaborating with cross-functional teams to [specific goals], and ensuring adherence to [standards or protocols]. Additionally, the candidate must possess [essential qualifications] and demonstrate the ability to [key soft skills], enabling them to thrive in a dynamic and results-driven environment.
Comply with all established policies, protocols, procedures, and standards set forth by Avenue Healthcare.
Oversee and execute a comprehensive range of critical duties encompassing strategic planning, operational management, and team leadership to ensure organizational success and efficiency. Develop, implement, and monitor departmental goals, objectives, and performance metrics in alignment with company-wide initiatives. Provide direct supervision and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to streamline processes, resolve complex challenges, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze data, identify trends, and present actionable insights to senior leadership to inform decision-making and resource allocation. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and best practices while maintaining rigorous standards of quality and accountability.
Daily verification of available equipment must be conducted to confirm operational readiness, with any malfunctions promptly communicated to the Bio-Medical Technician or Unit Manager.
Ensure the financial viability and sustainable growth of the unit by implementing strategic initiatives and monitoring key performance indicators.
Delivering exceptional patient care while fostering strong, collaborative relationships with our stakeholders is a top priority. This role emphasizes maintaining high standards of service excellence and building mutually beneficial partnerships to support the organization’s mission and goals.
To achieve financial targets, oversee expenditures to remain within allocated budgets while ensuring prompt and precise invoicing of pharmaceuticals and services. Maintain an invoice rejection rate below 3% by verifying that all necessary pre-authorizations and documentation are completed accurately.
Ensure strict compliance with Avenue’s corporate governance policies.
Proactively identify, investigate, and escalate any instances of fraudulent behavior or illicit actions to ensure compliance and safeguard organizational integrity.
Collaborate with the Lead Nurse to ensure the complete integration of internal audit recommendations and achieve favorable outcomes in future audits.
To ensure full compliance with hospital standards, you must thoroughly review and maintain familiarity with all systems, policies, and procedures detailed in the Hospital Manual—particularly those governing the delivery of medical services, including admission and discharge protocols, nurse reporting requirements, ward equipment and supply management, and emergency response guidelines.
All sentinel incidents and events must be documented promptly and reported within 24 hours through the designated reporting tools.
Responsibilities include upholding and enforcing infection control protocols as outlined in the hospital manual, while implementing and adhering to the designated infection control bundles—specifically SSI, VAP, CACTI, and CLA BSI—where relevant.
Oversee patient attendants in accordance with their designated responsibilities and job requirements to ensure optimal performance and adherence to established protocols.
Engage proactively in ward rounds while accepting and reviewing handover reports delivered by the outgoing nurse at the end of each shift.
Evaluate the patient’s objectives for medical treatment in collaboration with their closest relatives.
Ensure recording and safe keeping of patient’s valuables
Accurate documentation of patient records and thorough review are essential, accompanied by collaboration with fellow clinicians and consultants as necessary.
Ensure that all diagnostic requests (lab and radiology) have patient’s clinical information.
Ensure patients safety following the 6 International Patient Safety Goals (IPSGs) (patient identification, effective communication, safety of high alert medication, ensure correct site procedure and surgery, reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections, reduce the risk of patient harm resulting from falls)
Educate patients and their families about health-related topics to ensure informed decision-making and improved wellness outcomes.
Prioritization of patient needs in a documented nursing care plan.
Ensure the emergency trolley is meticulously organized and fully prepared for resuscitation procedures by maintaining a well-stocked supply of medications and equipment. Remove and report any damaged items immediately to prevent delays in emergency response. A detailed checklist should be maintained, updated on the 1st and 16th of each month, and revised as necessary to guarantee readiness and compliance.
Ensure physicians and consultants are promptly informed of any patient updates, including critical test results or changes in condition, without delay.
Conduct all invasive nursing procedures utilizing aseptic technique to ensure patient safety and infection control.
Daily, input unit-specific information accurately and without delay.
All consultants must provide thorough explanations of procedures and secure appropriate consent from relevant parties.
Prior to any procedure—whether in theater, radiology, or renal—it is essential to thoroughly complete the official checklists for all patients.
Maintain strict adherence to patient privacy and confidentiality protocols in accordance with established policies at all times.
Administer medications in accordance with prescribed protocols and established healthcare guidelines to ensure patient safety and therapeutic efficacy.
Ensure strict compliance with the ten fundamental principles of drug administration, including verifying the correct patient, medication, dosage, route, and timing, while maintaining accurate documentation. Additionally, prioritize client education, thorough assessment, and post-administration evaluation, and respectfully acknowledge any refusal of treatment.
Please ensure all new drug orders are submitted to the pharmacy without delay, and STAT doses are administered within 30 minutes of receipt.
Ensure the safekeeping of D.D.A. medications and maintain accurate, up-to-date drug registers in accordance with established unit protocols and requirements.
Refund all unused medications promptly upon request or as per applicable regulations.
Please obtain all verbal prescriptions and submit them for the respective physician’s signature within 24 hours, in accordance with hospital policy.
Demonstrates adherence to the Nursing Council of Kenya’s established professional standards for patient care and treatment.
Ensure high levels of client satisfaction—including patients, consultants, and other stakeholders—by delivering exceptional care quality, fostering clear and consistent communication, providing prompt feedback, and escalating unresolved concerns to the Unit Manager for resolution, while actively following up and driving continuous improvement.
Perform any additional responsibilities as directed by your direct supervisor, consistent with the parameters of your role and in alignment with the position’s defined scope.
Person Specification
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing or an equivalent nursing diploma is required for this position.
A Higher Diploma in Neonatal/Pediatric Critical Care Nursing, specifically in NICU/PICK, is an essential qualification for this role.
Holding a current and valid license from the Nursing Council of Kenya is required.
Demonstrates current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), along with Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLAS).
With at least two years of specialized experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICK) setting, candidates should demonstrate a strong foundation in critical care nursing.
Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, coupled with a meticulous attention to detail, while maintaining a strong focus on achieving results and exhibiting unwavering reliability.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Diploma
Experience Required
2 years
