Responsibilities:
Complete assessment and re-assessment of patients to identify their care needs
Develop written care plans based on patients changing needs, monitor and evaluate effectiveness of interventions
Initiate cardiac monitoring both room and central, be able to interpret monitor trends and communicate critical changes to the physician and Nurse manager
Carry out other hemodynamic monitoring to include CVP, UVCs, lab, radiological and ABG Evaluations
Document all assessment data, investigation results, care given, discussions with the multidisciplinary team, family/patient interactions in an accurate, comprehensive and timely manner
Prepare for and assist the physician in emergency procedures necessary for prompt control of patient's condition e.g. intubation, insertion of invasive lines, drains and administration of surfactant
Maintain adequate airway management to include oxygen therapy, nebulization and suctioning
Be able to perform peritoneal dialysis and care for a patient on the same as instructed.
Accurately administer all medication as per the treatment order sheet and in line with MMU guidelines
Provide safe environment for patients through adherence to infection control practices and other safety policies, and perform timely safety checks on incubators, IV pumps, oxygen source, ventilators, and cardiac monitors.
Be able to care for children undergoing exchange transfusion
Participate in unit-based nursing education, quality improvement (QI) projects, audits, spot checks and skill checks
Requirement
Registered Nurse from a recognized School of Nursing or University
Higher Diploma in Paediatric/Neonatal Critical Care Nursing or experience in Neonatal Critical Care
Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
Certification in European Paediatric Life Support (EPLS)
Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of current practices in Neonatal critical care nursing
Computer Literacy
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team