Healthcare and MedicalContractorJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
Established in 1952, the Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu is a 61-bed acute care facility part of the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS). Reporting to the Manager – Paediatrics Services, the successful candidate will provide specialized nursing care to newborns requiring intensive monitoring, including premature infants, low birth weight babies, and those with congenital or medical complications.
Key Responsibilities
Neonatal Care: Provide holistic, evidence-based nursing care to neonates in the NICU.
Monitoring and Treatment: Monitor vital signs, administer medications, initiate and manage feeds (including NG/OG/IV feeds), and maintain accurate records.
Emergency Support: Assist in neonatal resuscitation and participate in emergency interventions.
Maternal Support: Provide Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) support and empower mothers on newborn care.
Infection Control: Maintain infection prevention and control practices according to hospital policy.
Collaboration: Collaborate with paediatricians, neonatologists, midwives, and multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
Family-Centred Care: Support family-centred care, counselling mothers/guardians on breastfeeding, routine care, and discharge planning.
Professional Development: Participate in continuous professional development, quality improvement initiatives, and audits.
Requirements
Education: Diploma in KRCHN/KRN or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from a recognized institution.
Specialization: Higher Diploma in Neonatal Nursing/NICU.
Licensing: Valid Nursing practice license.
Experience: At least two (2) years’ experience working as a NICU nurse.
Certification: Must be BLS (Basic Life Support) certified.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, administrative, and customer care skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu recruitment portal on krb-xjobs.brassring.com. Follow the link provided to submit your application.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official Aga Khan Hospital recruitment portal at krb-xjobs.brassring.com. Ensure you complete the application before the deadline on May 22, 2026.