KUTRRH Palliative Care Nurses Jobs in Kenya

KUTRRH Palliative Care Nurses Jobs in Kenya



Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Nursing Officer, the Palliative Care Nurses’ job exists to provide nursing services and patient care to cancer patients and provide nursing research and training at the KUTRRH.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Actively promote and support patient and family autonomy in decisions affecting symptom
    control and quality of life.

  • Respond to symptom control issues promptly, evaluate interventions with fellow nurse and
    multidisciplinary team members as appropriate, and adjust as required.

  • Evaluate care outcomes and document as required.

  • Complete a holistic assessment of needs in collaboration with the patient.

  • Develop and implement a tailored, appropriate care plan in consultation with the patient and
    family, ensuring clear directions for nursing staff and multidisciplinary team members involved in their care e.g., discharge planning, expected outcomes.

  • Deliver palliative care services that are tailored to each patient

  • Create an environment where the patient and their family are actively supported and empowered
    to participate in their care.

  • Provide psychological and spiritual care.

  • Provide counselling on end-stage disease process and educating patients and families on next steps

  • Perform any other
    duties as may be assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications and Experience

  • Diploma or Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution

  • Higher Diploma in Palliative Care Nursing from a recognized institution

  • Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

  • Valid Practice License as a Palliative Care Nurse.

  • Must have a Certificate in a course in life saving.

  • Proficiency in computer applications.

  • At least two (2) years working experience as a Palliative Care Nurse in reputable health facility.

    Soft Skills Required

  • Organizational skills

  • Communication skills

  • Observation skills

  • Analytical skills

  • Compassionate

  • Team player

  • Ability to work under pressure

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; KUTRRH Palliative Care Nurses Jobs in Kenya

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