Emergency Nurse (Locum)

Duties and Responsibilities

General Expectations

• Always greeting patients/family, welcoming them, and introducing self to patients.
• Mandatory orientation of all patients/kin on admission.
• Effective and timely nursing handoffs at the patient bedside.
• Accurate documentation of all charts, checklists, forms, and relevant care bundles.
• Performing pressure area care for patients at risk including regular turning.
• Ensuring the kin or relatives are updated daily about their patient condition and progress.
• Timely medications administration and safety compliance.
• Communicating and giving patient education to patients/families on assessed needs.
• Ensuring all patients' belongings are handled in a safe manner according to policy.
• Listening to any patients/family complaints and ensuring they are addressed promptly.
• Capturing of all patients’ charges on the system on a timely basis.

Technical Responsibilities

• Collect current symptoms and detailed patient history to inform diagnosis and care planning.
• Perform triage, considering both physical and psychosocial elements.
• Manage Basic Life Support (BLS) needs and stabilize patients as per nursing standards and protocols.
• Initiate corrective action when monitoring equipment shows adverse signs.
• Record and monitor patients’ vital signs and respond to changes.
• Assist physicians during exams, diagnostic tests, and treatments.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications, including IV infusions.
• Clean and bandage wounds for trauma patients.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic imaging (X-rays, CT, etc.) and accompany when required.
• Manage post-resuscitation care, including monitoring and referrals.
• Coordinate interdepartmental transfers or referrals for specialized care.
• Track and restock emergency supplies and crash cart materials.
• Participate in mock drills (fire, disaster, mass casualty simulations).
• Perform comprehensive initial assessments and re-assessments per shift or clinical need.

Operational Duties

• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess and evaluate care plans.
• Maintain infection control practices for staff and patient safety.
• Utilize available resources effectively for service delivery and cost containment.
• Uphold statutory regulations as required by Kenyan nursing and health laws.
• Support orientation and mentorship of new staff or students in the department.
• Escalate critical clinical situations to senior nurses or physicians appropriately.

Qualifications and Experience

• KRN, KRM, KRCHN, or BSc. Nursing.
• Higher Diploma in Accident & Emergency Nursing.
• Updated BLS/ACLS certificate.
• Current annual nurse practice license issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience post-registration by the Nursing Council.

Key Competencies

• Effective communication under pressure.
• Emotional resilience and calmness during critical situations.
• Critical thinking and rapid decision-making.
• Advocacy for patients’ rights, dignity, and autonomy.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and emergency demands.

How to Apply

To apply, send your application letter and CV ONLY to recruitment@aarhospital.com. Candidates must indicate their expected salary on the application letter.