About this role
Nurse - 2 Posts
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification Diploma
- Experience 2 years
- Location Turkana
- Job Field Medical / Healthcare
Responsibilities
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Clinical Care
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Conduct patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history.
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Provide nursing care for minor ailments, chronic conditions, and emergencies.
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Administer medications, injections, and vaccines as prescribed.
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Provide maternal and child health services, including antenatal and postnatal care.
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Offer first aid and stabilize patients prior to referral when required.
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Health Promotion & Community Outreach
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Educate patients and the community on hygiene, nutrition, family planning, and disease prevention.
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Participate in immunization programs, health talks, and outreach activities.
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Promote treatment adherence and follow-up care.
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Dispensary Management
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Maintain accurate patient records, registers, and reports.
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Manage medical supplies and ensure proper storage and stock control.
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Support routine reporting and audits as required by relevant authorities.
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Compliance & Professional Development
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Adhere to MoH protocols, infection prevention, and control guidelines.
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Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold professional ethics.
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Participate in continuous professional development activities.
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Minimum qualifications & Experience
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Registered Nurse with a valid Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) license.
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Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.
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Minimum of two (2) years’ clinical experience, preferably in a dispensary or community health setting.
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Knowledge of public health practices, immunization schedules, and record-keeping.
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