JOB GROUP CPSB 04
Reports to: The Director, Nursing Services
Duties and Responsibilities
Developing, maintaining and implementing nursing policies and procedures that conform to current standards of nursing practice and operational policies while maintaining compliance with National laws and regulations;
Communicating and interpreting policies and procedures to nursing staff and monitor their practices and implementation;
Coordinating patient care activities in collaboration with nurse managers, administrative and other technical personnel in the Hospital;
Developing nursing standards and playing a leading role in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the standards;
Ensuring that the planning and delivery of nursing services are addressed and meet the changing needs of clients;
Collaborating with consultants, administrative and other medical staff to improve the quality of services to patients and to resolve identified problems;
Participating in the development and implementation of strategic plans for nursing services;
Participating in the annual planning and budgeting for nursing services during preparation of the Hospital budget and ensure proper utilization of allocated funds;
Preparing employees for the desired changes in working styles, attitudes and work ethics;
Planning, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating the divisional/individual performance targets.
Requirements
Be a Kenyan Citizen;
Bachelors’ Degree in either Nursing or Midwifery from a recognized institution; or Diploma in Nursing; or Diploma in Advanced Nursing;
At least ten (10) years progressive experience in the Managerial level in the Nursing fraternity;
Evidence of at least one (1) month training in general management or Senior Management Course from a recognized institution;
Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD);
Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya;
Valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya;
Demonstrated a high degree of professional competencies and administered capability as well as broad experience in Nursing and Health care standards and programmes;
Be a strategic thinker and result oriented;
Must be computer literate;
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
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