Nurse at Amref International University (AMIU)

Amref Health Africa

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Amref International University (AMIU) was established in 2017 as a Premier Pan African University of health sciences fully owned by Amref health Africa. AMIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed with over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions in over 30 countries in Afri…NurseJob DescriptionPrimary Purpose of the JobThe University nurse is responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to students, faculty, staff, and the community. The nurse plays a key role in promoting wellness and supporting the overall health and safety of the university community.Key ResponsibilitiesTriage
  • Assessment of patients to identify their care needs.
  • Develop written care plans based on patients' needs, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
  • Carry out hemodynamic monitoring to include vital signs, neurological and fluid status, labs and radiological evaluations.
  • Document all assessment data, investigation results, care given, discussions with the multidisciplinary team, and family/patient interactions in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner.
Nursing Care
  • Administer medication safely, monitor patient responses to medication and report adverse reactions promptly.
  • Dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste safely in the AmIU Medical Centre Guidelines on waste management.
  • Preparing and assisting the medical officers in performing various procedures in the clinic.
  • Maintain adequate airway management, including oxygen therapy, nebulization, and suctioning.
  • Perform pain assessment and initiate analgesia as per protocol.
  • Promptly report both clinical and non-clinical unusual findings/incidents to the Medical Officer.
  • Identify patient and family education needs and implement appropriate teaching.
  • Adhere to infection control practices and other safety policies to provide a safe environment for patients and perform timely safety checks on restraints, examination couches, oxygen sources, and other medical equipment in the clinic.
Administrative support
  • Be accountable for judicious and efficient use of resources, i.e. accurate and timely billing of clinic stock drugs and consumables.
  • Care for equipment through proper cleaning and storage, per-shift inventory checks, timely reporting of non-functional equipment, and follow-up with the In-Charge.
Reports
  • Assist in compiling data and producing the monthly reports.
Medical Education
  • Assist in planning and coordinating medical training programs and health-related information for staff.
Qualifications
  • Minimum: Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN) from a recognised training college.
  • A valid nursing license to practice.
  • Minimum 3 years of clinical experience.
  • Be registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
  • Effective communication with patients, families and healthcare teams.
  • Critical thinking and problem solving for quick decision-making.
  • Patient education and advocacy.
  • ICT literacy for documentation and communication.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
  • Compassion and Empathy; Resilience; attention to detail; adaptability and Ethical integrity
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