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CURE Kenya is a renowned hospital on a mission to provide life-changing surgeries and compassionate care to children living with treatable disabilities. Their talented team of doctors, nurses, and therapists work together to heal more than 2,000 children each year.
This is a unique opportunity to join their dedicated team as a Nurse Anesthetist and be a crucial part of the healing journey for many children and their families.
Nurse Anesthetist
Company Overview
CURE Kenya is a Christian charity hospital that provides specialized surgical care to children with disabilities. The hospital is part of the larger CURE International network and is guided by a commitment to integrity, excellence, and Christ-like compassion. By focusing on life-changing surgeries, they not only heal physical ailments but also restore hope and dignity to their young patients.
Job Overview
Job Title: Nurse Anesthetist
Positions Available: Not specified (single position implied)
Location: Kijabe, Kiambu, Kenya
Employment Type: Full Time
Deadline: Not specified
💰 Salary: Not specified
Job Summary
Under the direction of an Anesthesiologist, the Nurse Anesthetist will provide high-quality, anesthesia-related care to patients before, during, and after medical procedures. The role involves performing pre-anesthetic screenings, monitoring patient responses, managing airways, administering anesthetics, and responding to emergency situations. The ideal candidate is a dedicated professional with a strong clinical background and a commitment to patient safety and quality care.
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct pre-anesthetic screenings, explaining procedures and risks to patients and/or guardians.
Assess patients’ medical histories to predict their response to anesthesia.
Document preoperative assessments on all patients undergoing anesthesia.
Inform senior medical staff of any patient instability before, during, or after anesthesia.
Monitor patients’ responses, including vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure, using both invasive and non-invasive techniques.
Manage patients’ airway and pulmonary status using techniques such as endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, and pharmacological support.
Select, prepare, and use equipment, monitors, supplies, or drugs for the administration of anesthetics.
Select, order, and administer anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, fluids, or blood products.
Maintain meticulous records of all observations and anesthesia provided.
Respond to emergency situations by providing airway management and administering emergency fluids or drugs.
Contribute to quality patient care by participating in case planning.
Perform or manage regional anesthetic techniques such as local, spinal, epidural, and nerve blocks.
Evaluate patients’ post-surgical or post-anesthesia responses and take corrective actions as needed.
Discharge patients from post-anesthesia care, providing a comprehensive evaluation to the recovery nurse.
Review patients post-operatively in the ward and address any questions from ward nurses.
Oversee anesthesia equipment in collaboration with the biomedical team.
Qualifications & Requirements
License/Certificate Required: A Nurse Anesthetist certification or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Current licensure or registration as a Nurse.
Minimum Experience Required: At least 3 years of experience in a private or hospital practice.
Experience in a developing country is strongly preferred.
Knowledgeable of all types of anesthesia, equipment, and procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to handle multiple tasks, establish priorities, and work independently.
The ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships and work as a team member.
The ability to handle confidential information in a professional and appropriate manner.
A strong commitment to following medical ethics and health guidelines.
How to Apply
Job applications must be submitted online.
Method of Application: Apply on the 👉Careers - CURE Kenya Website.
If you are a dedicated and experienced Nurse Anesthetist with a passion for helping children, this is a remarkable opportunity to join a team that changes lives every day. Apply now and be a part of the healing journey at CURE Kenya!
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