Job Vacancies at Aga Khan University Hospital

Introduction

• Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is the first hospital in East Africa to be accredited by the Joint Commission International from the USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.
• Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi Kenya. The position holder will report to the Nursing Manager, OR/Theatre.

Responsibilities:

• Setup, test and calibrate physiological monitors and equipment such as anesthesia machines, airway devices, physiological monitors, infusion devices, nerve stimulators, patient/fluid warming devices and fiber optic bronchoscopes.
• Perform equipment checks as indicated and maintain records of problems
• Replace and change anesthetic equipment supplies as per routine schedule
• Maintain a stock of drug supplies at anesthesia workstations.
• Troubleshoot anesthetic equipment
• Correct problems that have been discovered and follow up with the theatre manager, the biomedical technician/engineers, and manufacturer’s service representative.
• Participate in operating theatre’s infection control program.
• Performing duties such as maintaining cleanliness of anesthetic equipment in accordance with quality assurance programs.
• Assist with the setting up of the physiological monitors such as ECG, Pulse oximetry and non-invasive blood pressure (NIBP).
• Assist the anesthesiologist with the insertion of peripheral venous lines, arterial lines, central venous catheters and pulmonary artery catheters.
• Adjust therapies (e.g. Ventilation, temperature control devices, fluid flow rates etc.) as directed by the anesthesiologist.
• In liaison with the circulating nurse, provide diagnostic data for the anesthesiologist by performing random blood sugar sampling and arterial blood gas sampling as requested.
• Arrange for transportation of emergency blood samples to the lab and collection of blood products from the blood bank.
• Assist at anesthetic emergency by performing duties such as aspirating secretions from the trachea and pharynx, deflating airways cuffs, and provide emergency airway equipment. Remove monitoring equipment after surgery.
• Assist with the transfer of post operative patients to the Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) under the direction of the anesthesiologist, surgeon and nurse.
• Assist with the transfer of ventilation and/or anesthetized patient to the intensive care or high dependency unit under the direction of the anesthesiologist, surgeon and nurse.

Requirements:

• Diploma/ Equivalent Required or Completion of Anesthesia Assistant Course
• In service Course on Basic Nursing skills and Anesthesia
• Certificate in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the Theatre is preferred

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Responsibilities:

• Leads the team in formulation, implementation and evaluation of annual goals and objectives in accordance with departmental and hospital strategic objectives.
• Fosters pleasant working environment through motivational leadership style to enhance job satisfaction among staff .
• Demonstrates effective counseling and coaching strategies in a diverse workforce setting.
• Leads the team in development, implementation and review of policies, procedures, protocols, clinical pathways and care guidelines based on international standards.
• Is responsible for the recruitment, selection, orientation and on-going training of the nursing team
• Participates in the budget process and ensures unit based control of operational costs based on institutional targets.
• Ensures the unit meets regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Continuously initiates innovative and evidence based strategies to improve quality of patient care.
• Employs effective change management strategies to support staff in enhancement of safe patient care.
• Provides effective supervision of the nursing staff, and utilizes learning opportunities for their development.
• Undertakes performance reviews of staff  and develops action plans to ensure individual staff growth.
• Develops and implements nursing retention strategies to reduce turn-over of nursing staff.
• Leads the team in establishment of standards of care and monitors delivery of care according to established Key Clinical Indicators.
• Designs proactive and innovative ways to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Monitors staff and client satisfaction with services in assigned unit and takes appropriate action to close gaps.
• Responds to client complaints in a timely manner by solving the problem or alerting the relevant persons.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BScN) or equivalent   
• Current Licensure with the Nursing council of Kenya
• Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Minimum of 5 years clinical nursing experience  in an acute care hospital.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Operating Theatre.
• Demonstrates effective communication, leadership and management skills.

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Responsibilities:

• Collect, dirty instruments from the units, sort classify and decontaminate all soiled instruments
• Confirm the type of instrument collected from the relevant units and complete the required documentation
• Ensure effective infection control protocols and proper use of PPE and always apply universal precautions when performing duties.
• Use appropriate detergents and decontamination process as per the laid down guidelines and procedures to wash and decontaminate instruments and equipment.
• Inspect instruments for function and damage, lubricate instruments as required
• Inspects washer/disinfector machines and refills disinfectant solutions
• Pack sets as per the checklist
• Select the recommended material for packaging, Pack, seal and label the tray with the stated details: name of set/technician, processing date and expiry
• Apply autoclaving indicator tape on each outer wrap
• Monitor and Confirm quality check has been done in accordance with the guideline
• Maintain records as per the guidelines.
• Alerts the Manager about incidences and any other unusual occurrences in the unit.
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement projects
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Requirements:

• CSSD Technician course
• Minimum grade D- (D Minus)
• Licensed by Kenya Health Professional Oversight Authority
• Registered by Peri-operative Technician and Technologist Association of Kenya
• 1 year experience in health care related field, or same role in a health care facility is preferred