M.P. Shah Hospital is a leading modern 210-bed healthcare facility based in Nairobi, recognized for its unwavering commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence. The hospital proudly houses a team of highly skilled and experienced medical specialists and professional staff, delivering a comprehensive spectrum of high-quality medical services. Beyond its focus on exceptional healthcare delivery, M.P. Shah Hospital is deeply dedicated to its core values of excellence, compassion, and environmental sustainability, actively embedding sustainable healthcare practices throughout its operations. Serving the diverse healthcare needs of Nairobi and its surrounding regions, the hospital stands as a beacon of advanced and compassionate medical care.
Job Overview
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Deadline: May 30, 2025
💰 Salary: Not specified
Job Summary
M.P. Shah Hospital is actively recruiting skilled and compassionate Clinical Nurses to join its dynamic Medical-Surgical Wards. Reporting directly to the Nurse Managers, these pivotal roles involve providing comprehensive, evidence-based care to a diverse patient population with various medical and surgical conditions, aligning with the hospital's core values including environmental sustainability. Key responsibilities encompass holistic patient care, emergency response, precise medication administration, vital signs monitoring, stringent infection prevention, engaging patient and family education, and active multidisciplinary collaboration, all while ensuring responsible and sustainable resource utilization within the ward environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive, evidence-based holistic patient care to individuals admitted to Medical-Surgical Wards, promoting their physical, mental, and social well-being, whilst actively considering environmental and resource sustainability.
Respond promptly and efficiently to medical emergencies and acute changes in patient condition within the ward, ensuring all safety and sustainability protocols are strictly upheld.
Administer prescribed medication safely and accurately, ensuring responsible use of resources and continuously monitoring for adverse effects and therapeutic responses.
Monitor and meticulously document vital signs, fluid balance, and patient progress, ensuring timely escalation of any concerns and implementing resource-conscious clinical practices.
Uphold strict infection prevention and control standards across the Medical-Surgical Wards, ensuring environmentally responsible waste management in accordance with M.P. Shah Hospital’s IPC and sustainability guidelines.
Educate patients and their families comprehensively on their treatment plans, disease management, preventive health measures, discharge planning, and the critical importance of sustainable health practices for ongoing well-being.
Actively collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals across various disciplines to deliver integrated and seamless care, supporting sustainable and efficient patient outcomes.
Conduct essential nursing procedures relevant to medical and surgical patients, such as wound care, Foley catheter insertion, nasogastric tube management, and basic respiratory care, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and sustainable resource use.
Play a key role in ensuring that patient care aligns with M.P. Shah Hospital’s core values of excellence, compassion, and environmental sustainability within the general ward setting.
Contribute proactively to the hospital’s overarching commitment to sustainable healthcare practices in all daily tasks within the Medical-Surgical Wards.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation for all medical and surgical patient care.
Participate in continuous professional development and training sessions relevant to Medical-Surgical Nursing and general patient management.
Ensure a clean, safe, and organized patient environment within the Medical-Surgical Wards to facilitate efficient and effective patient care.
Communicate effectively and empathetically with patients, their families, and the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing clear and concise information.
Manage patient admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently and safely.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Must possess a Diploma in Nursing (KRCHN, KRN, or KRM) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from a recognized institution.
- A Higher Diploma or specialization relevant to general medical-surgical nursing or a specific medical/surgical sub-specialty is desirable.
- Must hold a Valid Nursing Council of Kenya license.
- Possession of a Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.
- Demonstrated commitment to sustainable healthcare practices and environmental stewardship will be considered a significant added advantage.
- Strong clinical assessment skills for a broad range of medical and surgical conditions.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a diverse patient caseload effectively.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a compassionate and supportive approach to patients and their families.
- Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a busy ward environment.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online. Go to the M.P. Shah Hospital e-recruitment portal on recruitment.mpshahhosp.org to submit your application.
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