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Deputy hospital matron

Nairobi - Nairobi
Snaphunt

Published on www.snaphunt.com 03 Dec 2024

The Offer

  • Join a well known brand within Hospital / Health Care / Healthtech
  • Leadership Role
  • Attractive Salary & Benefits

The Job

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

  • Support the matron in overseeing the daily operations of the nursing department.
  • Ensure smooth coordination and execution of nursing activities and patient care services.
  • Supervise and provide leadership to nursing staff, including nurse in-charges.
  • Oversee nurse in-charges to ensure they are effectively managing their respective units or shifts.
  • Perform regular performance evaluations and provide feedback for staff development.
  • Monitor adherence to healthcare regulations, institutional policies, and procedures.
  • Implement corrective actions for any compliance issues.
  • Monitor and improve patient care quality and safety.
  • Work closely with medical staff and administrative teams to optimize patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Foster effective communication and teamwork among all departments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
  • Manage and resolve patient and staff complaints promptly and effectively.
  • Implement strategies to prevent recurrence of issues and enhance satisfaction
  • Oversee the budget allocation and resource management for the nursing department.
  • Ensure cost-effective use of resources while maintaining high-quality patient care.

The Profile

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Master’s degree in Nursing.
  • 7 years’ experience in nursing with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership/managerial role. 
  • Registration Certificate from the Nursing Council of Kenya
  • Valid Practicing License from the Nursing Council of Kenya
  • Valid certificate in BLS & ACLS
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • Significant experience in a clinical setting, with proven leadership and management skills.
  • Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and quality standards.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle multiple priorities.

The Employer

Our client is a knowledge-driven organization committed to achieving excellence in Human Capital & Business Coaching in both virtual and real circumstances.

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