REF: PU/ADV/02/09/2022
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF NURSING OFFICER GRADE A
This is an entry position to this cadre and appointment is on temporary or permanent terms; or on a two (2) year renewable performance–based contract depending on age, citizenship and any other reason.
Academic Qualification
The candidate must have a Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN) or equivalent from a recognised institution.
In addition, applicants must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
Experience
Applicants must have served for a minimum of one (1) year post internship in a busy Government/ private institution with proven integrity, independence, innovativeness, dedication to duty, and compliance to confidentiality and deadlines.
In addition the candidate should show active involvement in International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities.
Key Responsibilities
Attending to patients
Counseling and taking care of patients in the unit
Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
Assisting in record keeping of patients
Providing health education to patients
Assisting in making requisitions for supplies and equipment
Administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
Inspect the facilities and to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)
Provide instant medical care in emergencies.
Accompany patients during emergencies
Any other duty as assigned by the immediate supervisor
Skills and Knowledge
Applicants should possess the following skills and knowledge.
Organisational skills
Patient care management skills
Interpersonal skills
Team work skills
Good communication skills
Computer literacy
Analytical ability.
The deadline for submitting applications is Monday 21st February 2022.
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Interested applicants should send four (4) copies of their application for the above position.Applications and recommendations letters from referees should be addressed to,The Vice Chancellor
Pwani University
P. O Box 195–80108, KilifiApplication should include an up to date CV, providing details of age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, email address, telephone, names and contacts of three referees who are knowledgeable about the competence of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates and testimonials.Pwani University is an equal opportunity employer, female candidates and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.This is a re–advertisement candidates who had earlier applied need not to re–applyPlease Note that: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
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