Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to premature and critically ill neonates within the NICU.
• Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and operate specialized neonatal equipment including ventilators and incubators.
• Deliver care to newborns in the nursery and Neonatal High Dependency Unit (NHDU).
• Assist medical teams during neonatal procedures and interventions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation and handover reports.
• Educate and support families, promoting family-centered neonatal care.
• Ensure strict adherence to infection prevention, patient safety, and clinical protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing training programs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN), KRN/KRM, or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from a recognized institution.
• Diploma in Pediatric Critical Care Nursing (mandatory).
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Additional training or higher diploma in Neonatal Nursing or Critical Care is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in NICU or neonatal care within a hospital setting.

Key Competencies

• Strong clinical expertise in neonatal and critical care nursing.
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting neonatal monitoring and life-support equipment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• High levels of compassion, patience, and emotional resilience.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure and emergency situations.
• Flexibility to work shifts, nights, weekends, and public holidays.