Role Summary
The school nurse is responsible for providing care and services to ensure a healthy environment for staff and students of the Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi. He/she develops and communicates clear guidelines on how to maintain a safe, clean and hygienic environment within the school.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Manage the School Infirmary proactively, including staff, supplies and routine practices.
Assess injuries, and act on any emergency matters by accompanying the affected child to the hospital if immediate contact has not been made.
Receive, log-in, and administer prescribed medications for students provided by parents.
Serves as a member of the coordinated school health team that promotes the health and well-being of the Academy.
Periodically assist in maintaining an updated medical record on student’s health and plans as required and communicate the changes to teachers.
Carry out student screening, health awareness and training with staff and students as needed.
Provides First Aid Care during sporting events and school trips.
Campus supervision, including coordinating responses to emergencies, supervising hygiene and safety of the buildings or other situations that may arise.
Perform other duties that enhance the efficient operations of the infirmary and school health practices, either self-directed or as assigned by the school nurse.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN)-Diploma or equivalent
Experience having worked in a school set-up
Experience working in a culturally diverse organization
Completed a registered nurse’s training program in an accredited school of nursing
Current licensure by the Nurses Council of Kenya
Basic Life Support training
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with pupils, staff and parents
Expected starting period, August/September 2023.
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