Hospital Matron Job in Hagadera Camp Hospital, Kenya - International Rescue Committee

Vacancy: Hospital Matron
 

Sector: Health 

Location: Kenya 

Employee Type: Regular 

Employee Category: Full Time
 

Job Purpose / Objective: Under the direct supervision of the Health Manager, the Nursing Officer –In-Charge (Matron) will be overall responsible of the daily administration and running of the IRC Hagadera Camp Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management:

• In coordination with the Health Manager, formulate program goals, objectives and intervention strategies and participate in the budgeting process


• Ensure that all hospital activities are implemented as outlined in the project documents


• Review the program activities and priorities on a regular basis updating the Health Manager on gaps and/or provide recommendations on how to improve quality of services


• Participate in planning and implementing health assessments, surveys and campaigns

 

Human Resource:

• Overall supervision of all nursing staff working at the hospital, both National and Refugee


• Routinely monitor staff performance according to their job description and provide written feedback in a timely manner


• Manage leave and R&R plans of nursing staff working in the hospital to ensure adequate coverage of the hospital, including nights and weekends


• Compile and submit the call list to the Health Manager at the end of every month for the beginning of the next month


• Convene and attend monthly meetings with Health Manager, Hospital staff and with Refugees to exchange information and problem solving


• Handle all disciplinary issues as they arise with support of the Health Manager and Senior HR Officer


• Participate in the recruitment process of all nursing positions, including participating in the interview process.

Program Activities:

• Ensure all hospital activities run smoothly and services are provided timely and efficiently


• Ensure quality of care is given to all patients accessing the hospital


• Ensure universal precautions and infection prevention guidelines are followed in service provision


• Carry out other relevant duties as may be required or assigned by your supervisor.

Reporting and Coordination:

• Review, authorize and keep accurate records of all requisitions, duty rosters and applications for leave


• Ensure that all HIS statistical reports are accurate and submitted on a weekly basis


• Evaluation of services through monitoring morbidity and mortality rates through monthly statistical reports.


• Forward hospital daily categorized patients bed occupancy to the Health Manager


• Keep the Health Manager informed of major issues at the hospital without fail


• Maintain an updated record and submit regular inventory reports of hospital equipment and furniture.

Others:

• Carry out other relevant duties as may be required or assigned by your supervisor.

Key Result Areas

• Overall supervision and coordination of nursing activities


• Ensuring quality of care is given to all patients accessing the hospital


• Ensuring proper coverage of all the departments through proper R n R/ leave management

Required Qualifications:

• Professional qualification in Nursing (BSN degree)


• Registered with the Nursing Council


• At least 3years professional experience preferably in a supervisory/in-charge position


• Postgraduate training in public health, health services management or any relevant field is an added advantage

Required Experience & Competencies:

• Good clinical knowledge and skills


• Ability to write clear, concise reports and well developed communication skills


• Excellent organizational, communication, inter-personal, writing, and communication skills required


• Good computer skills (Complete MS Office package and any database management and analysis)


• Must be a team player, flexible and culturally sensitive


• Ready to work in difficult environmental conditions with displaced communities


• Ability to accept the possibility of insecurity in the project areas and obey security rules and standard operating procedures

Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.  

International allowances are not available for this position. 

Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.

How to Apply

CLICK HERE to apply online

Disclaimer: Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes. In the event that you receive any request  for payment of any sort, please get in touch with us on Tel: +(254-020) 2727730, Email: IRCKenya@rescue.org or report to the nearest police.

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