Clinical Nurse Cosmetology

Professional Education/ Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN) from a recognized institution.
  
• Certification or formal training in Dermatology, Plastic Surgery or Aesthetic Nursing is desirable.
  
• Wound Care certification
  
• Valid Nursing Council of Kenya practicing license.
  
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  
• Laser Safety Certification is desirable.
  

Relevant Experience

• Minimum three (3) years' clinical nursing experience.
  
• At least one (1) year in dermatology, plastic surgery, theatre, cosmetic practice or related specialty is preferred.
  
• Knowledge of laser safety principles.
  
• Strong wound assessment and wound care skills
  

Responsibilities:

• Clinical Assessment & Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, prepare patients for procedures, identify those needing urgent review, and ensure dignity, privacy, and comfort throughout care.
  
• Procedural Nursing Support: Prepare procedure rooms, assist during clinical and surgical procedures, verify patient and procedure details, maintain aseptic technique, and monitor patients before and after interventions.
  
• Laser Safety Management: Perform daily laser safety checks, verify settings and patients, provide eye protection, monitor for complications, and maintain safety documentation.
  
• Infection Prevention & Sterile Technique: Adhere to infection prevention policies, maintain aseptic practice, prepare procedure rooms, handle sterile equipment safely, and ensure environmental cleanliness.
  
• Plastic Surgery & Wound Care: Assess and manage wounds, assist with minor surgical procedures, monitor healing, educate patients on wound and scar care, identify complications, and maintain wound care supplies.
  
• Patient Education & Care Coordination: Educate patients on procedures, risks, expected outcomes, and aftercare, reinforce clinician instructions, coordinate follow-up care, and address post-procedure concerns.
  
• Medication Management: Prepare and administer medications safely, manage local anesthetics and emergency drugs, monitor adverse reactions, and maintain medication accountability.
  
• Equipment & Resource Management: Conduct routine equipment checks, report faults, monitor stock levels, and ensure clinical readiness.
  
• Emergency Preparedness: Respond to medical emergencies, assist in managing common unit emergencies, maintain emergency equipment, and participate in resuscitation and mock drills.
  
• Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance: Monitor quality indicators, participate in audits and improvement initiatives, report incidents, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
  
• Patient Experience: Provide compassionate, respectful, culturally sensitive, confidential, and professional patient care while addressing concerns promptly.
  
• Professional Development: Maintain licensure and competencies, complete mandatory training, pursue continuing education, and support orientation and mentoring of new staff.
  
• Other Responsibilities: Prepare required reports and perform other lawful duties as assigned