Nursing Officer (4 Positions)

VISION
A prosperous county in economic, social and political development with residents enjoying high quality of life.
MISSION
To foster equitable and sustained socio-economic development through effective and efficient mobilization and utilization of available resources.
ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS
The county is composed of six Constituencies, 15 administrative divisions namely: Ainamoi,Belgut, Kabianga, Bureti, Roret, Cheborge, Sigowet and Soin. Other Admibnistrative Divisions are: Kunyak, Chilchila, Kamasian, Kipkelion, Londiani, Sorget and Chepseon. These are further su-devided into 85 locations that are further sub-divided into 209 sub-locations. It covers an area of2,479 sq. km.Duties and responsibilities

Provide 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 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.

Requirement for Appointment

Bachelor of Science Degree in either Nursing or Midwifery from a recognized institution;
Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
Valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya; and
Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution.
Terms of Service: Three (3) Year Contract.

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