About the Role
The Incumbent will be responsible for safe and quality care for patients, capital and operational budgets as well as ensuring efficient utilization of available resources in Labor & Delivery (LDR) Unit.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the Labor & Delivery unit team in formulation, implementation, and evaluation of annual goals & objectives in accordance with the Program and Nursing Division strategic objectives
- Ensure staff coverage and skill mix for safe and effective patient care
- In collaboration with others, lead the LDR Unit staff in development, implementation and review of policies, procedures, protocols, clinical pathways, and care guidelines in line with identified standards
- Lead in development of a culture of safe practice in collaboration with clinical teams and actively participate in multidisciplinary clinical rounds
- Participate in establishment of standards of care with unit staff and monitor delivery of care according to established standards
- Employ effective change management strategies to support in enhancement of safe patient care
- Take lead in unit based Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) projects, Clinical Care Program Certification (CCPC) and ensure participation by nurses
- Guide nursing staff in initiation of and participation in unit based as well as hospital wide nursing research projects
- Ensure program-based client satisfaction survey is carried out, monitor trends of incidences/complaints and take appropriate action
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BScN)
- Registered nurse with current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
- Certificate in BLS and ALSO
- 5 years of continuous clinical experience in Obstetrics Unit in acute care hospital
- Demonstrate current knowledge in general nursing
- Demonstrate leadership in management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills
How to Apply
https://aku.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=230000BK&lang=en&utm_source=MyJobMag