Radiology Nurse

A top employer is now accepting applications for this role.  Job Purpose:  The role exists to ensure patient safety, comfort, and clinical support throughout the imaging process, while facilitating effective collaboration between nursing staff, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals. Duties and Responsibilities:  - Patient assessment and preparation: Conduct thorough reviews of patient medical histories, evaluate readiness for radiology procedures, obtain informed consent, and ensure patients are physically and emotionally prepared for imaging or interventional procedures. - Procedure assistance: Provide direct clinical support to radiologists and technologists during procedures, including administering medications or contrast agents, monitoring patient status, and responding promptly to any changes in condition. - Post-procedure care: Monitor patients closely for potential complications, deliver appropriate recovery support, and provide clear discharge instructions to promote safe recovery and adherence to follow-up care. - Clinical safety: Maintain strict compliance with radiation safety protocols, infection control measures, and hospital policies to safeguard both patients and staff. - Documentation: Accurately record patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in hospital systems, ensuring complete and reliable medical records that support continuity of care. - Collaboration: Work in close partnership with radiologists, physicians, and fellow nursing staff to deliver coordinated, multidisciplinary care that enhances patient outcomes and departmental efficiency. - Emergency preparedness: Ensure the radiology department is equipped and ready to respond to medical emergencies, including maintaining emergency supplies, practicing rapid response protocols, and participating in hospital-wide drills to guarantee patient safety in critical situations. NB: Any other duties as may be delegated by the Supervisor from time to time. Required Qualifications:  Education - Diploma from an accredited School of Nursing KRCHN Professional Qualification - Updated BLS/ACLS certificate Membership - Current annual nurse practice license issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya Job Experience - Minimum of 2 years’ experience post registration by the Nursing Council Key Competencies – Skills/ Knowledge/ Aptitude - Patient-centered care and empathy - Clinical judgment, critical thinking and prioritization - Communication and interpersonal skills - Time management and multi-tasking - Accurate documentation and reporting - Adherence to infection prevention and safety protocols - Counselling Skills