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Avenue Healthcare Theatre Nurse Kisumu Hospital Jobs in Kenya - Apply by 10th Oc
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Avenue Healthcare Theatre Nurse Kisumu Hospital Jobs in Kenya
Job Objective/PurposeTo assist the Surgeon and Anaesthetist in the Operating Room (OR), supervising the theatre technicians and managing the PostAnaesthesia Care Unit (PACU).Key ResponsibilitiesMaintaining Theatre ListCorrectly book patients for surgical procedures and ensure surgeon/anaesthetist are informed of bookings or changes in time.Receiving PatientsCheck completeness of theatre checklist and act appropriately, carry out a Pre-Operative Assessment, appropriately explain the nature of the procedure/operation to the patient, ensure all X-rays, Scans, Investigations and Bloods are available, obtain correct consent for operations and general anaesthesia for day cases, prepare and avail patient in time for operation with all reports for day cases.Operating Room ManagementAccount for all the pieces of equipment, especially after the operation, get and open packs required, ensure that the packs remain sterile and that the operating room environment is contamination-free.Post-OperationAccurately assess patient after operation, document clinical observations & findings, consult and advise surgeon/anaesthetist immediately if abnormalities are noted, effectively hand over the patient to recovery/ward nurse.Drug AdministrationEnsure all required drugs/supplies are available, adhere to the 10 rights of drug administration, ensure all treatment sheets have patients biodata including information on drug allergies, submit all new drug orders to pharmacy promptly, and ensure all items used by patients are billed accurately.EquipmentEnsure that the Operating Room is well stocked with the required surgical instruments, keep regular inventory of equipment, keep all necessary packs and instruments organized for easy use during each procedure.Infection ControlEnsure proper disposal of medical waste, ensure medical equipment are disinfected before next use, maintain and enforce infection control standards per the hospital manual and observe the infection control bundles where applicable, ensure patient safety following the 6 International Patient Safety Goals (IPSGs), ensure all relevant consultants have explained procedures and obtained consent, complete official checklists for all patients prior to procedures, and ensure patient privacy and confidentiality is maintained at all times.Participate in emergency response and ensure client satisfaction through optimal quality of care, effective communication, timely feedback and escalation of unresolved issues to the in-charge.Any other duty as assigned by your immediate supervisor in line with the job description.Personal SpecificationsA higher diploma in Nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is desirable and added advantage.Higher Diploma in Perioperative Nursing.A valid nursing council of Kenya license.Up to date BLS, ACLS/ATLS certificate.2 years’ experience in nursing.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with attention to detail and results-oriented.How to ApplyFor more information and job application details, see Avenue Healthcare Theatre Nurse Kisumu Hospital Jobs in Kenya.
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Job Objective/PurposeTo assist the Surgeon and Anaesthetist in the Operating Room (OR), supervising the theatre technicians and managing the PostAnaesthesia Care Unit (PACU).Key ResponsibilitiesMaintaining Theatre ListCorrectly book patients for surgical procedures and ensure surgeon/anaesthetist are informed of bookings or changes in time.Receiving PatientsCheck completeness of theatre checklist and act appropriately, carry out a Pre-Operative Assessment, appropriately explain the nature of the procedure/operation to the patient, ensure all X-rays, Scans, Investigations and Bloods are available, obtain correct consent for operations and general anaesthesia for day cases, prepare and avail patient in time for operation with all reports for day cases.Operating Room ManagementAccount for all the pieces of equipment, especially after the operation, get and open packs required, ensure that the packs remain sterile and that the operating room environment is contamination-free.Post-OperationAccurately assess patient after operation, document clinical observations & findings, consult and advise surgeon/anaesthetist immediately if abnormalities are noted, effectively hand over the patient to recovery/ward nurse.Drug AdministrationEnsure all required drugs/supplies are available, adhere to the 10 rights of drug administration, ensure all treatment sheets have patients biodata including information on drug allergies, submit all new drug orders to pharmacy promptly, and ensure all items used by patients are billed accurately.EquipmentEnsure that the Operating Room is well stocked with the required surgical instruments, keep regular inventory of equipment, keep all necessary packs and instruments organized for easy use during each procedure.Infection ControlEnsure proper disposal of medical waste, ensure medical equipment are disinfected before next use, maintain and enforce infection control standards per the hospital manual and observe the infection control bundles where applicable, ensure patient safety following the 6 International Patient Safety Goals (IPSGs), ensure all relevant consultants have explained procedures and obtained consent, complete official checklists for all patients prior to procedures, and ensure patient privacy and confidentiality is maintained at all times.Participate in emergency response and ensure client satisfaction through optimal quality of care, effective communication, timely feedback and escalation of unresolved issues to the in-charge.Any other duty as assigned by your immediate supervisor in line with the job description.Personal SpecificationsA higher diploma in Nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is desirable and added advantage.Higher Diploma in Perioperative Nursing.A valid nursing council of Kenya license.Up to date BLS, ACLS/ATLS certificate.2 years’ experience in nursing.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with attention to detail and results-oriented.How to ApplyFor more information and job application details, see Avenue Healthcare Theatre Nurse Kisumu Hospital Jobs in Kenya.
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