Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Tenwek Hospital is a Christian community committed to excellence in compassionate healthcare, spiritual ministry, and training for service to the glory of God. The hospital was founded in 1937 by missionaries from World Gospel Mission and has since grown to be a leading teaching and referral hospital in the region and one...

Responsibilities or duties

The jobholder provides nursing services within the CTC Endoscopy Unit to ensure patients receive highquality care in line with hospital policies and regulations.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Diploma in Nursing or related field.

Higher National Diploma in Gastroenterology or Endoscopy Nursing from a recognized institution.

Registration and valid license from Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).

Knowledge of endoscopy procedures and related patient care

Able to demonstrate initiative and ownership of assignment and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and prioritize key initiatives and opportunities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence others, and to be a joy to work with

High level of organization and attention to detail

An individual who exemplifies integrity and honesty

Active listening, and presentation skills

Ability to prioritize tasks; good planning and organization skills even under pressure and agreed deadlines.

Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations

Good computer literacy - Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and Outlook

High standards of ethics and confidentiality at personal and professional level

Self-motivated, having a strong work ethic and able to work under minimal supervision.

Passion for God and for the wellbeing of mankind while driving positive social impact and transformational change in the community.

Experience needed

Minimum 3 years’ progressive experience in a similar hospital role.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with Tenwek Hospital. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the values and mission of Tenwek Hospital and the Africa Gospel Church. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document. It should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

• Assess each of the assigned patients' needs.
• Organize and coordinate nursing care and medical treatments.
• Check vital signs of patients and record them accurately.
• Document assessments and interventions provided.
• Feed patients via nasal gastric tubes and other enteral tubes.
• Administer fluids and monitor patients' input and output.
• Administer medications to patients.
• Perform bed baths for bedridden patients and other hygiene tasks such as oral care.
• Perform daily routines such as cleaning around the station, bed making, and dump dusting.
• Protect patients from decubitus ulcers through turning and engaging in activities.
• Perform wound care as needed.
• Practice infection prevention techniques, including proper handwashing and waste handling.
• Insert IV access for patients as required.
• Perform catheterization procedures.
• Assist with the ambulation of patients.
• Perform nebulization treatments.
• Prepare patients for discharge and facilitate their return home.
• Hand over patient care information during shift changes.
• Maintain the unit effectively according to hospital policy with minimum supervision
• Maintain infection prevention guidelines and practice.
• Ensure safety in the workplace by maintaining a clean, safe, and pleasant environment
• Maintain familiarity with the legal implications of nursing practice and ensure that legal requirements are met
• Promote effective interpersonal and public relations
• Provide and ensure appropriate health teaching and counseling to individuals, families and community.
• Identify research topics, construct a research plan, and carry out surveys at the operational level.
• Perform any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

• Knowledge of endoscopy procedures and related patient care
• Able to demonstrate initiative and ownership of assignment and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and prioritize key initiatives and opportunities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence others, and to be a joy to work with
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• An individual who exemplifies integrity and honesty
• Active listening, and presentation skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks; good planning and organization skills even under pressure and agreed deadlines.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations
• Good computer literacy - Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and Outlook
• High standards of ethics and confidentiality at personal and professional level
• Self-motivated, having a strong work ethic and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Passion for God and for the wellbeing of mankind while driving positive social impact and transformational change in the community.

• Diploma in Nursing or related field.
• Higher National Diploma in Gastroenterology or Endoscopy Nursing from a recognized institution.
• Registration and valid license from Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).