Job descriptions & requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions, including vital signs and response to treatment.
• Operate and manage ICU equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and monitoring devices.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and participate in resuscitation procedures.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards at all times.
• Provide support and education to patients’ families regarding care and treatment plans.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Higher Diploma in Critical Care Nursing.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya and holding a valid practicing license.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an ICU or critical care setting.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is an added advantage.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Key Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions, including vital signs and response to treatment.
• Operate and manage ICU equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and monitoring devices.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and participate in resuscitation procedures.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards at all times.
• Provide support and education to patients’ families regarding care and treatment plans.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations calmly and effectively.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

• Higher Diploma in Critical Care Nursing.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya and holding a valid practicing license.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is an added advantage.