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Job Description
Vacancy: Hospital Matron
Sector: Health
Location: Kenya
Employee Type: Regular
Employee Category: Full Time
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
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IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
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