International Rescue Committee Volunteer Nurses Jobs in Kenya

International Rescue Committee Volunteer Nurses Jobs in Kenya

Job Description

Working under the guidance and supervision of the Head Nurse, the nurse will be directly responsible for;

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement and evaluate individual treatment plans for patients with specific conditions as prescribed by the clinician.
  • Identify and manage as appropriate, treatment plans for patients at risk of developing long-term conditions.
  • Supervise incentive staffs working in the specific ward
  • Prepare for and assist the doctors during the rounds and whenever required.
  • Ensure that all required observations, prescribed treatment and procedures are properly carried out and documented in the patient’s charts.
  • Perform bedside nursing.
  • Escort patient to other referral hospital when necessary.
  • Do hospital coverage and on-call as required.
  • Conduct regular training session for refugee staff on basic nursing care/management of various ward cases and charting.
  • Give health education to patients and clients
    Compile and submit monthly reports.
  • Monitor and supervise proper usage of supplies.
  • Maintain equipment in good condition and submit regular inventory report of the same.
  • Ensure that all admissions, discharges, transfers and deaths are properly recorded as they occur.
  • Supervise incentive staff working in RH and EPI at a designated clinic.
  • Assist the CO during the running of a clinic and whenever required.
  • Together with the C.O organize for adequate clinic coverage when required.
  • Carry out any other additional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Key Result Areas
  • Ability to provide overall leadership at the assigned ward or department.
  • Ensure timely and quality health care services to refugees
  • Maintain accurate inventory and ensure rational use of medical supplies and drugs

    Qualifications
  • Kenya Registered and/or Community
    Health Nurse from a recognized Nursing Training Institution.
  • Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya with valid practicing license
  • Team player and cultural sensitivity is required.
  • Experience in a hospital facility.
  • Fluency in Somali will be an added advantage.
  • Please make sure to include copy of Certificate of Good Conduct in your application.
  • Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.
  • International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
  • IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

    Disclaimer:
  • Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes.
  • In the event that you receive any request for payment of any sort, please get in touch with us on Tel: +(254-020) 2727730,
  • Email: IRCKenya@rescue.org or report to the nearest police.

    How to Apply
  • Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 10th July 2019
  • For more information and job application details, see; International Rescue Committee Volunteer Nurses Jobs in Kenya
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