Nursing Officer (Endoscopy) - Agc Tenwek Hospital At Interlink Management And Development Consultants

Job Purpose
The jobholder is responsible for providing nursing services within the CTC endoscopy unit, in order that the patient/client receives quality care in line with hospital policies and hospital regulations.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Assess each of the assigned patients' needs.
Organize and coordinate nursing care and medical treatments.
Check vital signs of patients and record them accurately.
Document assessments and interventions provided.
Feed patients via nasal gastric tubes and other enteral tubes.
Administer fluids and monitor patients' input and output.
Administer medications tpatients.
Perform bed baths for bedridden patients and other hygiene tasks such as oral care.
Perform daily routines such as cleaning around the station, bed making, and dump dusting.
Protect patients from decubitus ulcers through turning and engaging in activities.
Perform wound care as needed.
Practice infection prevention techniques, including proper handwashing and waste handling.
Insert IV access for patients as required.

Job Competencies (Skills Job Knowledge, Experience and Attributes).
Academic qualifications
Diploma in Nursing or related field from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualifications (Special training or Professional certification).
Higher National Diploma in Gastroenterology Nursing or Endoscopy Nursing from a recognized institution
Professional Membership/Licensing requirements
Registration with and Valid License from Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK)
Previous relevant work experience required (including a specific length or type of experience in a certain job or level.)
Have 3 years progressive experience in a similar role within a busy hospital.