Job description
The overall purpose of the Nurse Manager for Critical Care Unit (Intensive Care Unit (ICU), High
Dependency Unit (HDU), Catheterization Laboratory (Cath-Lab), and Renal / haemodialysis) is -
to offer strategic, operational, and administrative management of the nursing staff and services
within these specialized units. The Nurse Manager ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care,
adherence to regulatory standards, and the efficient use of resources.
The position reports to the Deputy Chief Nursing Officer.
Responsibility
1. Leadership and Management:
• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing staff in ICU, HDU, Renal, and Cath Lab units.
• Oversee the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies.
• Manage staffing levels, including recruitment, retention, scheduling, and performance evaluation.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.
2. Clinical Oversight:
• Monitor and evaluate patient care to ensure the highest standards of clinical practice.
• Coordinate with medical staff to optimize patient care plans and outcomes.
• Implement evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives.
• Address and resolve clinical issues and concerns promptly and effectively.
3. Operational Management:
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the critical care nursing units.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies
• Develop, manage and monitor departmental budgets, including staffing, supplies and equipment ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Oversee the procurement and maintenance of equipment and supplies in these units.
• Ensure the availability of necessary resources to support patient care and staff needs.
4. Education and Training:
• Plan and implement ongoing education and training programs for nursing staff.
• Ensure staff are up-to-date with certifications, competencies, and continuing education requirements.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Participate in hospital committees and task forces as needed.
5. Quality Improvement:
• Lead quality improvement projects and initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Collect and analyze data to identify areas for improvement.
6. Patient and Family Advocacy:
• Advocate for patient rights and ensure a patient-centered approach to care.
• Address patient and family concerns and ensure satisfactory resolution.
• Promote a compassionate and supportive environment for patients and their families
Qualifications
1. Must be a qualified Registered Nurse (KRN/RM/KRCHN/KRNM/KRNMPH/BSCN).
2. A higher diploma or degree in critical care/nephrology / cardiovascular Nursing is preferred.
3. Certification courses on management or leadership is an added advantage.
4. Must have valid licensure from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
5. Minimum twelve (12) years of nursing experience with at least 5 years of clinical nursing experience in Critical Care, Renal, or Cath Lab.
6. Previous leadership or management experience in a healthcare setting.
Interested and qualified candidates in the above positions are encouraged to forward their applications to the hospital recruitment portal through the link below: https://recruitment.mpshahhosp.org:6670/careers on or before 23rd August 2024.
Kindly ensure complete application by capturing your education background & work experience on your profile. The application will remain open and shall be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We enco