Hospital Matron

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for nursing services across the hospital.
• Establish and maintain nursing governance frameworks and quality standards.
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate nursing quality indicators and performance metrics.
• Ensure delivery of safe, efficient, and patient-centered nursing care.
• Lead implementation and review of nursing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Oversee staffing, training, performance management, and staff development.
• Ensure proper resource utilization, including equipment, supplies, and inventory.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and accountability.
• Oversee patient admission, care coordination, and discharge processes.
• Mentor and coach nursing staff and team leaders.
• Lead departmental planning, reporting, and continuous medical education (CMEs).
• Support emergency response and critical care interventions where required.
• Drive excellent customer service and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in a busy hospital setting.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or KRCHN.
• Valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Valid certifications (ATLS/ACLS/EPLS/ETAT as applicable).
• Relevant specialization diploma.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage clinical teams and hospital operations.
• Competence in emergency response and critical care procedures.
• Knowledge of a wide range of medications and clinical practices.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to send their CV and cover letter to recruitment@blisshealthcare.co.ke by 30th April 2026.