SENIOR PRINCIPAL NURSING OFFICER at KNH

SENIOR PRINCIPAL NURSING OFFICER, JOB GROUP KNH5 (1 POST)

Job Purpose
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Chief Principal Nursing Officer in the
provision of nursing services in the Hospital.

Duties and Responsibilities
Unit Leadership
a) Provide daily Update to the Director, Nursing Services on departments work
performance;
b) Arrange, conduct and attend divisional and inter-departmental meetings and
conferences;
c) Provide guidance to nurses on proper documentation and reporting;
d) Participate in disciplinary process for employees in the department;
e) Enhance inter-professional collaboration and team work within the department;
f) Organize regular clinical/nursing rounds within the department.

Patient satisfaction and Quality Patient Care
a) Responsible for organizing, planning and implementing nursing services by
applying nursing process and nursing model in the department;
b) Coordinate implementation of patient service delivery charters;
c) Provide support and guidance to unit heads in patient care and unit management;.
d) Promote a culture of dignity and respect within the nursing personnel, patients and
relatives.
e) Monitor and evaluate clinical outcomes in the department;
f) Coordinate implementation of evidence-based nursing to enhance patient
centered professional care approach;
g) Promote occupational health initiatives to ensure safe and healthy environment
conducive for patient care;
h) Coordinate regular customer care audits in the department; and.
i) Advocate for timely clinical interventions and safe care for all patients.

Operational Efficiency
a) Supervise rationalization of nursing staffing in the department with optimal 24
hourly coverage;
b) Implement divisional nursing related projects and programs;
c) Develop performance work targets for unit heads and conduct bi annual
appraisals within the department;
d) Ensure enforcement of infection prevention standards adherence in the
department;
e) Member of the departmental credit committee, departmental disciplinary
committee;
f) Ensure effective functionality of nursing equipments and supplies within the
department;
g) Conduct bi-annual clinical audits and address areas of improvement
appropriately;
h) Conduct quarterly audits on compliance with the service delivery charter;
i) Ensure proper utilization of equipment and supplies and conduct regular checks
on medicine and dangerous drug registers to ensure proper maintenance;
j) Participate in revenue generation initiatives and budget projections in the
department.

Capacity building, learning and growth
a) Coordinates training programs in the department;
b) Identify and facilitates guidance and counseling of staff and students;
c) Plan, organize and facilitate continuous education programs for staffs.
d) Facilitate nursing research, dissemination and implementation of the findings in
the department;
e) Compile the annual training projections and prioritize implementation for the
department as per the approved budget

Qualifications and Experience
a) Master in any of the following disciplines; Midwifery, Medical Surgical Nursing,
Pediatric Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Oncology and Palliative Care Nursing,
Forensic Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Nursing Education, Nursing
Management, Geriatric Nursing, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized
institution;
b) Bachelor’ of Science in Nursing or equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution;
c) Registration Certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya;
d) Valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya;
e) Leadership/Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
recognized institution;
f) Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
g) At least eight (8) years cumulative work experience with at least three (3) years in
a supervisory position.

Method of Application
All those Interested in the above positions and meet the minimum requirements are
requested to download and fill the application form available at KNH Website https://knh.or.ke/
 The application form together with a detailed C.V indicating
qualifications, experience, current responsibilities, copies of testimonials and
certificates which MUST be SERIALIZED should sent on or before 22nd December,
2025 to the address below: or dropped at the Hospital’s Central Registry located at the KNH Administration block -

The Chief Executive Officer
Kenyatta National Hospital
P.O Box 20723-00202
NAIROBI

“Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.

NB:
1. Kenyatta National Hospital DOES NOT charge ANY FEES for application
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
3. Successful candidate will be required to submit the document listed below to
comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,2010:
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• A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service
• EACC Clearance
• Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
• HELB Compliance
• KRA Tax Compliance
“ANY FORM OF CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION

Members of the public are informed that Kenyatta National Hospital, Human Resource Division will contact the shortlisted applicants and candidates through Telephone number 0780433080 only.