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The County Government of Nakuru is dedicated to providing quality public services and is committed to equal opportunity employment. Through the Nakuru County Public Service Board, they are seeking qualified and dedicated Kenyan citizens to fill various vacant positions within the Department of Health Services. This advertisement outlines the requirements, duties, and application process for the position of REGISTERED NURSE I – PSYCHIATRY.
The Nakuru County Public Service Board is seeking one qualified and dedicated Registered Nurse I – Psychiatry to provide specialized nursing care to patients with mental health issues within Nakuru County. This is a 3-year contract position offering an opportunity to contribute to the mental health and well-being of the community.
REGISTERED NURSE I – PSYCHIATRY – ADVERT NO. 04/2025/08
Job Overview
Number of Positions: One (1)
Location: Nakuru County, Kenya (Specific work station likely a mental health unit within a health facility, but not explicitly stated)
Employment Type: 3-year Contract
💰 Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 39,700 – 52,950 per month
Allowances: As per the SRC circulars attached to the position.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse I – Psychiatry will work under the guidance of a psychiatric officer to manage patients with mental health issues in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions, diagnosing common health conditions, providing appropriate healthcare services, offering health education and counseling, making appropriate referrals, facilitating admissions and discharges, maintaining patient records, ensuring a safe clinical environment, collecting data for research, evaluating healthcare outcomes, conducting school health needs assessments, planning and implementing interventions for schools, and identifying occupational health needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Working under a psychiatric officer in the comprehensive management of patients with mental health issues in both outpatient and inpatient settings of a health facility.
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions to achieve optimal patient outcomes in mental healthcare.
- Diagnosing common health conditions and providing appropriate initial care or escalating as necessary.
- Providing appropriate healthcare services tailored to the specific needs of patients with mental health conditions.
- Providing health education and counseling to patients/clients and the community on identified mental health needs and promoting mental well-being.
- Referring patients and clients appropriately to other mental health professionals or specialists when required.
- Facilitating patients' admission processes into mental health units and initiating discharge plans to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintaining accurate and detailed records on patients’/clients’ mental and physical health conditions and the care provided.
- Ensuring a tidy and safe clinical environment conducive to the well-being of mental health patients.
- Collecting and collating data for research on mental health issues and nursing interventions.
- Evaluating healthcare outcomes on mental health patients/clients and preparing individualized reports on their progress.
- Conducting assessment of schools’ health needs, particularly in relation to mental health awareness and support.
- Planning and implementing interventions based on school health needs assessments and preparing periodic reports on these activities.
- Identifying occupational health needs that may impact mental well-being and making appropriate recommendations for support and prevention.
Qualifications & Requirements
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- A Diploma in any of the following disciplines from a recognized institution: Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing, Kenya Registered Nursing, Kenya Registered Midwifery, Kenya Registered Nursing/Midwifery, or Kenya Registered Nursing/Mental Health and Psychiatry.
- A Higher Diploma in Kenya Registered Psychiatric Nursing.
- A Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya as a Registered Nurse Psychiatrist.
- A Valid Practicing License from the Nursing Council of Kenya as a Registered Nurse Psychiatrist.
- A Certificate in Computer Application skills from recognized institutions.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to make applications by downloading and completing an Employment Application Form from the County Government of Nakuru website:
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A duly filled employment application form and certified copies of the following documents should be sent through the POST OFFICE or COURIER SERVICES in a sealed envelope on or before 20th May, 2025 at 5.00 p.m. (No hand-delivered applications or applications sent via email will be accepted):
- National ID
- KCSE Certificate
- Relevant Diploma Certificates
- Higher Diploma in Kenya Registered Psychiatric Nursing
- Registration Certificate as a Registered Nurse Psychiatrist (Nursing Council of Kenya)
- Valid Practicing License as a Registered Nurse Psychiatrist (Nursing Council of Kenya)
- Certificate in Computer Application Skills
Clearly indicate the Advert number (04/2025/08) and the position applied for (REGISTERED NURSE I – PSYCHIATRY) on top of the envelope and address to:
The Secretary Nakuru County Public Service Board Public Works Building- Prisons Road P.O Box 2870-20100 NAKURU
Important Information:
- The County Government of Nakuru is an equal opportunity employer. Youth, Women, Persons Living with Disabilities, and Marginalized and Minority communities are encouraged to apply.
- Appointed candidates will be required to present chapter six clearance documents as listed:
- Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Clearance from Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The Board and the County Government of Nakuru are committed to Zero Tolerance to Corruption. Applicants are cautioned against fraudsters.
- Any communication from the County Public Service Board SHALL be through the above address and official cellphone number: 0796848192.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
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