OPD/Emergency Nurse

Qualifications:

• Diploma- KRCHN or KRN/KRM or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from a recognized institution.
  
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
  
• At least 2 years’ nursing experience, preferably in outpatient/ or emergency settings.
  
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS); ACLS or trauma care training is an added advantage.
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical knowledge in triage and outpatient care.
  
• Excellent communication, patient education, and counseling skills.
  
• Ability to assess patients quickly and make sound decisions under pressure.
  
• High level of professionalism, empathy, and teamwork.
  
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
  

• Perform triage assessments, including vital signs and initial patient evaluations, to prioritize care.
  
• Provide nursing care and support to patients in the outpatient setting.
  
• Assist doctors and clinical officers during consultations, minor procedures, and treatments.
  
• Run outpatient clinics
  
• Handle and escalate outpatient emergencies
  
• Administer medications and dressings as prescribed.
  
• Document patient information accurately in medical records and triage forms.
  
• Educate patients on prescribed treatments, medication use, and follow-up care.
  
• Maintain infection prevention and safety protocols within OPD and triage areas.
  
• Ensure a clean, organized, and patient-friendly outpatient environment.
  
• Support patient flow by coordinating admissions, referrals, and discharges as needed.