Nurse at NHC Maisha(Ndonyo Healthcare)

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assess the health needs of individuals, families, and communities.
• Develop and implement community health education programs and initiatives.
• Provide health education on topics such as nutrition, immunizations, and disease prevention.
• Organize and participate in community health fairs, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings, including blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol levels.
• Administer immunizations and medications as prescribed.
• Provide wound care, first aid, and other nursing interventions.
• Manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma through patient education and follow-up care.
• Develop individualized care plans for patients with complex health needs.
• Coordinate care with other healthcare providers, social services, and community resources.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families on managing health conditions at home.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Document patient assessments, care plans, interventions, and outcomes.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with health information regulations.
• Participate in hospital emergency preparedness planning and response activities.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities.
• Any other duty as maybe assigned by the supervisor from time to time

Qualifications

• Diploma/Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in community health, public health, or a related field.
• Experience in health education and promotion activities.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license with NCK.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification will be an added advantage.