Pearl Hospital is located in Nyahururu town, Laikipia County and was established in 2018 as Pearl Imaging with the sole purpose of providing diagnostic and interventional radiology services of the highest quality. Within the first year of operation, our clients demanded a wider range of specialized medical services under one roof. We listened. We have bec...
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Oncology Nurse
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience2 years
- LocationLaikipia
- Job FieldMedical / Healthcare 
- Assessing, planning, and implementation of nursing care to cancer patients according to the nursing process framework.
- Participating in screening activities to assist in early diagnosis of cancer.
- Offering counselling and psychological care to help patients navigate through the treatment journey.
- Administering prescribed chemotherapy according to set-out policies and existing guidelines.
- Providing information on potential side effects of chemotherapy before administration to ensure that the patient is prepared for the treatment.
- Monitoring the progress of patients on chemotherapy and identifying any side effects.
- Ensuring smooth running of the oncology unit by collaborating with the finance team to facilitate insurance approvals before management.
- Championing proper handling of cytotoxic chemotherapeutic drugs and proper waste segregation.
- Offering palliative and hospice services to improve the quality of life of patients and their relatives.
- Maintaining health records of cancer patients.
- Providing preventive and promotive health education to cancer patients and relatives.
- Participating in MDT meetings to contribute to management plans for cancer patients.
- Participating in continued professional development by self-study.
- Writing daily, weekly, and monthly reports about the cancer unit.
- Participating in the promotion and growth of oncology services through community outreach, patient education, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Diploma in Nursing or BSc. Nursing.
- Higher National Diploma in Oncology Nursing.
- Registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
- Valid Professional Practice License.
- Minimum of 2 years working experience in a busy oncology centre.
- Trained in BLS/ACLS.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages for report writing and presentation.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others and develop strong relationships.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahill.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@pearlhospital.co.ke using the position as subject of email.
