LifeCare Hospitals Ltd; a level five ha accredited referral facility with ultra-modern and state-of-the art healthcare technology, is looking for candidates to fill the following positions at our Bungoma unit.
Inpatient Nurses – 25 positions
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Medical / Health
Job Description
The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered. You will also be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently.
The goal is to promote patient’s well-being by providing high quality nursing care.
Registered Nurse Responsibilities Include:
- Monitoring patient’s condition and assessing their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
- Observing and interpreting patient’s symptoms and communicating them to physicians
- Collaborating with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
Front Desk Executives – 5 positions
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Customer Care
Job Description
We are looking for customer service oriented candidates. They will be responsible for processing patient information, making medical appointments and contacting patients via phone on behalf of the hospital, taking messages, etc.
The ideal candidate must possess some problem-solving skills and must be able to communicate efficiently with our patients and be sensitive to their needs. Must demonstrate and maintain a high level of work ethic and professionalism as well as be able to multi-task and properly use basic office software.
Experience and/or Qualifications:
- Minimum one-year experience in a medical setting
- Knowledge of Medical terminology preferred
- Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, Computer and typing skills are required
- Excellent verbal, customer service, and written skills necessary
- Good organizational skills are a must
Casualty Medical Officers – 3 positions
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience2 years
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Medical / Health
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement medical services for emergency affected population according to internationally accepted standards and/or relevant Ministry of Health with focus on controlling communicable diseases.
- Establish/utilize standardized data collection tools and train staff on accurate data collection
- Collect and analyze medical service data to adjust project objectives/plan additional specialized responses (infection prevention/control, ACLS, rational drug use, improved nursing care, etc) in collaboration with Medical Coordinator/Director and other relevant staff
- Work with auxiliary staff to start procedural training programs early
- Conduct daily rounds and case discussions to assist and supervise program staff
- Work with logistics to ensure regular and adequate drug and medical supplies in order to avoid stock outs
- Any other relevant duties as requested by Medical Coordinator/Director/Team Leader
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Medical degree with at least 2 years experience after medical college graduation
- Will have excellent communications skills, both oral and written.
- Will have excellent self-motivation skills.
- Experience in effectively dealing with a broad spectrum of people.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.
- Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.
- Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively.
- Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources.
- Excellent decision making skills.
- Must work independently under difficult conditions.
Casualty Nurses – 5 positions
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience2 years
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Medical / Health
Job Description
Position Responsibilities
- Collects current symptoms, as well as a detailed patient history and then consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
- Performs triage, while considering both physical and psychosocial elements
- Manages basic life support needs and stabilizes patients until the attending physician is available, based upon nursing standards and protocol
- Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology
- Records patients’ current vital signs
- Works directly under physicians, assisting them during exams, diagnostic testing and treatments
- Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications.
- Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse
- Provides IV therapy
- Cleans and bandages wounds
- Provides basic, bedside care
- Maintains proper supplies and appropriate medical equipment to care for patients
- Reports any suspected abuse to the appropriate agencies
- Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation, as well as provides referrals to other healthcare professionals for follow-up treatment
- Displays professionalism while completing multiple urgent tasks in a timely manner
- Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
Qualifications
- The nurses must be KRCHN certified
- Diploma holder
- Registered with nursing council,
- A minimum of 2 year experience in the respective department.
NICU Nurses – 15 positions
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience1 year
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Medical / Health
Job Description
- Provide nursing care to infants in neonatal intensive care unit setting.
- Provide focused care to babies born prematurely in NICU care setting.
- Provide intensive nursing care to seriously ill patients.
- Interact with parents in providing nursing care to babies.
- Maintain the premises of NICU neat, clean and sterile.
- Ensure comfort to mothers and newborns during nursing care.
- Resolve complex issues in NICU nursing care issues.
- Assist obstetricians or other doctors providing treatment to newborn babies.
- Ensure compliance of state nursing laws in NICU nurse activities.
Qualifications
- The nurses must be KRCHN certified
- Diploma holder
- Registered with nursing council,
- A minimum of 1 year experience in the respective department.
ICU Nurses
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience1 year
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Medical / Health
Job Description
Functions:
- Providing adequate care to the patient;
- Keeping them under close observation all through;
- Educating and supporting the patient’s family on the care of the patient;
- Providing directions and guidance to the licensed practical nurses;
- Providing guidance and directions to the nursing assistants in the unit.
Qualifications
- The nurses must be KRCHN certified
- Diploma holder
- Registered with nursing council,
- A minimum of 1 year experience in the respective department.
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