School Nurse - Braeburn Schools Limited, Kenya

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that students number over 600 aged between 3 and 13 years are properly cared for when needing medical attention including the following:

  • Providing first aid attention as required to pupils, staff, residents and bona fide visitors.
  • Arranging for appropriate medical attention to be given as necessary after first aid; to arrange for evacuation to hospital where necessary.
  • Responsible for the operation of the sick room and other first aid facilities.
  • Ordering medical requirements for the school and keeping a record of the stock.
  • Being present at school fixtures to deal with any injuries that may arise.
  • Dispensing any prescribed drugs to students under the direction of the family.
  • Maintaining adequate records of patients seen and treatment given.

    Applicants should:

  • Be a fully qualified nurse.
  • Have prior experience with caring for children, preferably in a school environment.
  • Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

    Commencement date of the post is 17 November.

    Deadline: 17 October.

    Contacts:
    The Human Resource Manager,
    Braeburn Schools Limited,
    P O Box 45112, 00100
    Nairobi

    Or by email attachment to: hr [at] braeburn.ac.ke