Job Description
- Our client, a co-educational school with both primary and secondary sections and offering day and boarding options, is currently seeking a School Nurse.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for providing medical care to all students and staff, as well as maintaining hygiene standards throughout the school.
Specific responsibilities;
TREATMENT AND NURSING DUTIES;
- Treatment and dispensing medicine for minor illnesses;
- Checking and reporting all injuries and referring to a medical doctor for treatment;
- Discussing with parents on emergency cases and referring to a qualified medical doctor/hospital;
- Assist in the maintenance of students’ medical clinics;
- Assist to maintain required records in the infirmary and dorms;
- Ensuring cleanness and hygiene in food production and service;
- Assist in making sure all Health protocols are followed by all staff and children;
- Ensuring the health and safety in the school and making sure all correct procedures are followed;
- Assist in supervision of all cleaning and housekeeping in all areas of the school;
- Assist in relieving the Nurse or Matron when they are off duty;
- Guidance and counseling of the children and staff;
- -Any Other duties as may be assigned to you from time to time.
CLEANING AND HOUSEKEEPING DUTIES;
- Assisting the matron in supervising the cleanliness in the dorms, Classes, Laundry, administration, swimming pool, Halls and to make sure that the staff have performed their duties.
- Ensure that all toilets are cleaned regularly throughout the day and adequately stocked with the required supplies at all times
- Assist to oversee the cleanliness and hygiene of the Kitchen and storage of foods .
- Any Other duties as may be assigned to you from time to time.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly medical and incident reports as required.
- Maintain confidentiality of all medical information in accordance with professional and legal requirements.
- Participate in staff meetings, training programmes, emergency drills, and professional development activities.
- Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the Head Nurse,
- Matron, Principal, or Management.
Key Performance Indicators KPIs:
- Timely response to all medical emergencies.
- Accurate and up-to-date medical records maintained.
- Compliance with medication management procedures.
- High standards of hygiene maintained across the school.
- Health and safety inspections completed as scheduled.
- Adequate availability of medical supplies and first aid equipment.
- Prompt referral and follow-up of serious medical cases.
- Positive health awareness and education programmes conducted.
- Compliance with Ministry of Health and school health policies.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
- Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya and holding a valid practicing license.
- Current Basic Life Support BLS or First Aid certification is an added advantage.
- Minimum of two years' experience in a school, hospital, or clinical setting is preferred.
Competencies:
- Clinical competence and sound nursing judgment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassion, empathy, and professionalism.
- High ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Good record-keeping and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain calm during emergencies.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Attention to detail and strong observation skills.
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
