Clinical Nurse, NHDU

JOB SUMMARY

RequirementRegistered Nurse from a recognized School of Nursing or UniversityHigher Diploma in Paediatric/Neonatal Critical Care Nursing or experience in Neonatal Critical CareCurrent licensure with the Nursing Council of KenyaCertification in European Paediatric Life Support (EPLS)Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of current practices in Neonatal critical care nursingComputer LiteracyAbility to work in a multidisciplinary team

RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete assessment and re-assessment of patients to identify their care needsDevelop written care plans based on patients changing needs, monitor and evaluate effectiveness of interventionsInitiate cardiac monitoring both room and central, be able to interpret monitor trends and communicate critical changes to the physician and Nurse managerCarry out other hemodynamic monitoring to include CVP, UVCs, lab, radiological and ABG EvaluationsDocument all assessment data, investigation results, care given, discussions with the multidisciplinary team, family/patient interactions in an accurate, comprehensive and timely mannerPrepare for and assist the physician in emergency procedures necessary for prompt control of patient's condition e.g. intubation, insertion of invasive lines, drains and administration of surfactantMaintain adequate airway management to include oxygen therapy, nebulization and suctioningBe able to perform peritoneal dialysis and care for a patient on the same as instructed.Accurately administer all medication as per the treatment order sheet and in line with MMU guidelinesProvide safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies, and perform timely safety checks on incubators, IV pumps, oxygen source, ventilators, and cardiac monitors.Be able to care for children undergoing exchange transfusionParticipate in unit-based nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, audits, spot checks and skill checks

REQUIRED SKILLS

Data collection, Following care plans, Patient care, Medication and prescription administration, Nursing, Documentation and record keeping

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree