Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high-quality healthcare. The Clinical Nurse at the Outreach Clinic in Eastleigh is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients in an outpatient setting. The role involves conducting comprehensive patient assessments, developing and implementing care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Complete head-to-toe assessment and re-assessment of patients to identify their care needs.
Develop written care plans based on patients’ needs, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
Carry out hemodynamic monitoring to include vital signs, neurological and fluid status; labs and radiological evaluations.
Document all assessment data, investigation results, care given, discussions with the multidisciplinary team, and family/patient interactions in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner.
Administer medication safely, monitor patient responses to medication, and report adverse reactions promptly.
Dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste safely in accordance with Aga Khan University Hospital Guidelines on waste management.
Prepare for and assist physicians to perform various procedures in the clinic.
Maintain adequate airway management to include oxygen therapy, nebulization, and suctioning.
Perform pain assessment and initiate analgesia as per protocol.
Promptly report both clinical and non-clinical unusual findings/incidences to the Clinic in Charge, Clinical Quality Manager, or Operations Manager.
Identify patient and family education needs and implement appropriate teaching.
Provide a safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies; perform timely safety checks on restraints, examination coaches, oxygen source, and other medical equipment.
Be accountable for judicious and efficient use of resources (e.g., accurate and timely billing of clinic stock drugs and consumables).
Care for equipment through proper cleaning, storage, per-shift check of inventory, and timely reporting of non-functional equipment.
Follow discharge procedures of the outpatients according to hospital protocol and ensure follow-up appointments are made where needed.
Participate in clinic-based nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, audits, spot checks, and skill checks.
Requirements
Registered Nurse from a recognized school of nursing or University.
Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Minimum requirement of 3 years’ continuous clinical experience in medical-surgical Nursing.
Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of current practices in general nursing in an outpatient setup.
Demonstrate leadership skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Aga Khan University Hospital career portal by clicking the apply link provided: Apply Here
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Aga Khan University Hospital application portal on aku.taleo.net via this link: Apply Now
