Nursing Officer (72 Posts)

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Industry: Government Administration
Description: The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square ki… The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square kilometers and an estimated population of 2,079,669 and density of 682. Administratively, it is divided into twelve sub counties, sixty wards, one hundred and eighty seven Village Units and four hundred Community Administrative Areas. Politically, it comprises of twelve constituencies and sixty wards. The climate in this region is very conducive for many activities including crop and animal production. County Vision A wealthy and vibrant county offering high quality services to its residents County Mission To improve the welfare of the people of Kakamega county through formulation and implementation of all-inclusive multi-sectoral policies. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Kakamega County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Medical

Job Description

Salary Range: CPSB 09: Kshs. 39,700x 1,470 – 41,170x1,520 – 42,690x1,710 – 44,400x1920 – 46,320x 2,000 – 48,320x 2,290 – 50,610x 2,350 – 52,960 p.m.

Job Description

Three (3) Months Contract Renewable Once

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities will entail:

  • Providing holistic care by carrying out risk identification and assessment of an individual throughout the lifespan; performing a comprehensive physical examination within various settings;
  • Assessing, formulating, planning and implementing evidence-based nursing care for client/patient; creating and maintaining a safe nursing care environment for client/patient;
  • Carrying out patient audits to improve client/patient care;
  • Collaborating and maintaining effective working relationships among interdisciplinary teams to support client/patient and their families;
  • Carrying out therapeutic communication with the patient/client;
  • Conducting community health risk assessment and providing outcome-based interventions;
  • Documenting interventions and nursing outcomes;
  • Participating in quality improvement and quality assurance procedures; and
  • Diagnosing common health conditions and recommending necessary interventions.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

  • Bachelor’s Degree in either Nursing or Midwifery from a recognized institution;
  • Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
  • Valid practising license from the Nursing Council of Kenya; and
  • Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution.
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