Ophthalmic Care Nurse - Locum

Aga Khan Health Services: With community health programmes in large geographical areas in Central and South Asia, as well as East Africa, and more than 200 health facilities including nine hospitals, the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of the most comprehensive private not-for-profit health care systems in the developing world. Building on the Ismaili Community's health care efforts in the first half of the 20th century, AKHS now provides primary health care and curative medical care in Afghanistan, India, Kenya, Pakistan, and Tanzania, and provides technical assistance to government in health service delivery in Kenya, Syria and Tajikistan. More information...... The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu (AKHK) is an Institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, which is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. The Hospital is part of a network of health facilities, which includes Hospitals and Outreach Health Facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for laboratory services, Safe Care level 5 accreditation and is at advanced stage of attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation. AKHK has Outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa - Bay, Migori, Bomet, Eldoret, Kimilili, Nyamira, Kabarnet and an upcoming Medical Centre in Lodwar.

The Hospital is seeking to attract interested and qualified candidates to fill the following positions within the Nursing Department:

OPHTHALMIC CARE NURSE- MAIN HOSPITAL, KISUMU (LOCUM)

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients with a wide range of ocular conditions, support ophthalmic procedures, and contribute to patient education and safety in both outpatient and perioperative settings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide specialized nursing care to patients with eye conditions in clinic and procedural areas
• Assist ophthalmologists during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures (e.g., slit lamp exams, visual field tests, intravitreal injections)
• Prepare patients for ophthalmic procedures, including pre- and post-operative care
• Conduct and document visual acuity assessments and basic eye examinations
• Administer ophthalmic medications and monitor patient response
• Educate patients and families on eye care, treatment plans, and medication use
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards in all procedures.
• Ensure proper handling and maintenance of ophthalmic equipment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) activities.
• Assist ophthalmologists during eye examinations and surgical procedures

REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in KRN, KRCHN, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) from a recognized institution.
• Higher Diploma in Ophthalmic Care Nursing or any other certification in Ophthalmic Nursing Care will be an advantage.
• Valid Nursing practice license
• At least 3 years acute care hospital working experience.
• Minimum 1-year clinical experience eye care clinic.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, administrative & customer care skills.