Nephrology Nurse at Oasis Healthcare

Location

Kisii, Kenya

Overall Responsibility

To provide specialized nursing care to patients with kidney-related conditions, including those undergoing dialysis, by ensuring safe and effective delivery of renal therapies, monitoring patient progress, maintaining infection control standards, and promoting patient education and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatment for patients as per prescribed protocols
• Assess and document patients' pre-, intra-, and post-dialysis conditions, including vital signs and fluid balance
• Administer prescribed medications and therapies related to renal care
• Respond promptly to dialysis-related complications and emergencies such as hypotension, clotting, or access issues
• Ensure correct setup, priming, and maintenance of dialysis machines and water treatment systems
• Monitor vascular access patency and maintain aseptic techniques during cannulation and disconnection
• Support physicians during nephrology procedures and patient reviews
• Maintain accurate and detailed nursing documentation and treatment records
• Educate patients and families on renal health, dialysis treatment, dietary management, and lifestyle modifications
• Adhere to infection prevention and control standards within the renal unit
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and morbidity and mortality reviews

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a recognized institution
• Higher Diploma in Nephrology Nursing from a recognized training institution
• Registered and licensed by the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Minimum of 2 years' clinical nursing experience, with at least 1 year in a renal or critical care setting preferred
• BLS and ACLS certification (advantageous)
• Proficiency in dialysis procedures and machine operation