General Nurse Job, Kenyan Nursing Jobs 2023,

University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Health, registered under Legal Notice Number 4 of the State Corporations Act Cap 446. The Hospital seeks to engage qualified staff on a short- term contract for the positions listed below. Applicants must demonstrate diligence, commitment and a positive attitude.

GENERAL NURSE V/ST/11/2023 – 1 POST                                                          

Job Purpose

The role of a General Nurse is to deliver high-quality patient care across various healthcare settings by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions while ensuring patient safety, comfort and optimal outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities


  • Provide holistic, preventive, curative, rehabilitative and palliative health care services using nursing procedures to meet health needs of clients/patients;

  • Maintain nursing   records   and   confidentiality   of   information   relating   to patients/clients;

  • Provide safe patient care in a conducive environment;

  • Transfer referred patients from unit for further diagnosis or specialized treatment from other units of the

  • Provide general nursing services and care to patients in the

  • Support Medical Officers and Medical Specialists in attending to

  • Administer medication to patients as prescribed by Medical Officers and Medical

  • Monitor and document patients’ progress and report the same to the Medical Officers and Medical Specialists in the

  • Liaise with other healthcare staff in handling patients with multiple or complex medical

  • Ensure that the nursing areas of the Hospital are clean and tidy complying with sanitation standards of the

  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned in the area of health

Qualifications & Requirements


  • Diploma in any of the following disciplines; Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing/Midwifery or Kenya Registered Nursing/Mental Health and Psychiatry or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

  • Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya

  • Valid practicing license from Nursing Council of Kenya

  • Proficiency in computer

  • Expertise in nursing principles, practices, and procedures, demonstrating a strong foundation of nursing

  • Proficient in clinical skills such as patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and other nursing

  • Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,

Key Competencies


  • Compassionate and empathetic approach in providing patient care, fostering a trusting and supportive relationship with

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, enabling clear and concise communication with patients, families, and healthcare team

  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, promoting coordinated and holistic patient

  • Adherence to ethical and professional standards, ensuring patient confidentiality, privacy, and maintaining professional

How to Apply

Online Application Process

For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: JOB APPLICATION – [JOB REFERENCE NUMBER].

Note that you must attach the Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Filled Application Form, and Practicing License ONLY when you apply online via the portal, all in PDF format.

Download: Job descriptions for Short Term Jobs June 2023 jobs

Download: Job Application Form

If your background and competencies match the job descriptions, apply online now: https://careers.kutrrh.go.ke/

Physical Application Process

For all applications, please indicate the subject as follows: JOB APPLICATION – [JOB REFERENCE NUMBER]. Please note that you have to attach the Application Form, Application Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Practicing License ONLY when you apply to the address below:

The Chief Executive Officer

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital

P.O. Box 7674 – 00100 GPO

Nairobi Kenya

The deadline for the receipt of all applications is 7th July 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All successful candidates must fulfill 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

Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.

KUTRRH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 

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