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Advanced Endoscopy Nurse (4 Posts) at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital Full Time

REF- V/FT/88/2022

Position Summary

The incumbent of the position assists the medical specialist with endoscopic procedures. Their primary responsibilities include answering patient questions and addressing their concerns, observing patient vital signs, and administering the necessary patient medication.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Offer best practice paradigms in routine endoscopic care and the latest advances in therapeutic and interventional endoscopy.
  • Help with the screening, diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal and respiratory disorders, thereby helping physicians enhance the health and wellbeing of patients.
  • Assist endoscopist during the procedure.
  • Assist anaesthetist during the procedure.
  • Preventing infection and quality assurance.
  • Vital signs monitoring.
  • Patient assessment and preparation for the procedure.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.
  • Additional qualification in Advanced Endoscopy Nursing from a recognized institution.
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing will be an added advantage.
  • Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya.
  • Valid Practice License.
  • Must have a Certificate in a course in life saving.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislations.
  • Knowledge of professional standards.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • At least two (2) years’ working experience as an Advanced Endoscopy Nurse in a reputable hospital

Method of Application

If your background and competencies match the specifications of the above positions, please apply online via careers.kutrrh.go.ke OR send hard copies of your Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Filled Application Form and Licence ONLY to the address below:

The Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital
P.O. Box 7674 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi

For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: JOB APPLICATION – [JOB REFERENCE NUMBER]. Please note that you must attach the Application Letter, CV, Filled Application Form (https://www.kutrrh.go.ke/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/KUTRRH_Job_Application_Form_July_2022.pdf), and Practicing Licence when you apply online via the portal.

  • The deadline for the receipt of all applications is 12th August 2022.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All successful candidates must fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, including;
  • Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
  • Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (for University graduates only)
  • Tax Compliance Certificate from the KRA
  • Clearance from Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission
  • A report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau

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