Job Openings at 3rd Park Hospital

Role Overview

• We are seeking an experienced and committed Team Leader - NICU & Nursery to support the Head of Department - Maternity & NICU in overseeing neonatal and newborn care services. The successful candidate will supervise nursing and support staff, ensure safe and high-quality care for critically ill and well newborns, and coordinate daily operations within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Nursery.

Responsibilities

• Assist the HOD in managing NICU and Nursery operations.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, mentorship, and support to neonatal nurses and staff. Coordinate staff scheduling, allocation of duties, and workload management.
• Ensure adherence to neonatal care protocols, infection prevention, and patient safety standards.
• Monitor neonates in NICU and well-baby nursery, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
• Support family-centered care by educating and involving parents in newborn care.
• Oversee equipment use, stock management, and consumables for neonatal units. Serve as a point of escalation for urgent patient care concerns.
• Participate in departmental audits, morbidity/mortality reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSCN) or Diploma in Nursing with additional training in Neonatal Nursing.
• Registration and valid practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in neonatal/maternity care, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in NICU or newborn nursery care is essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical expertise in neonatal and newborn care.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. Compassionate, patient, and family-focused approach to care. Ability to work under pressure in high-acuity settings.
• Flexibility to work shifts, nights, weekends, and public holidays

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Role Overview

• We are seeking a Quality & Infection Prevention Control (QIPC) Officer to support the hospital's quality improvement initiatives and strengthen infection prevention and control practices. The successful candidate will monitor compliance with healthcare standards, coordinate audits, and ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.itically ill and well newborns, and coordinate daily operations within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Nursery.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor hospital-wide quality assurance and patient safety programs.
• Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks in line with accreditation standards. Develop and update infection prevention and control (IPC) policies, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Monitor infection trends, investigate outbreaks, and recommend corrective/preventive measures. Provide training and sensitization to staff on quality improvement and IPC best practices.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality indicators, patient safety incidents, and infection rates. Support root cause analysis of incidents and follow-up on corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuous quality improvement and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or related health field.
• Additional training/certification in Quality Management, Patient Safety, or Infection Prevention & Control.
• At least 3-5years of relevant experience in a hospital or healthcare setting. Atleast 2 years' experience as Quality Lead within hospital.
• Knowledge of ISO standards, accreditation requirements (e.g., JCI, SafeCare), and IPC practices. are, with at least 2 years in supervisory role.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and training facilitation ability.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.

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Role Overviews

• We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to lead our nursing department. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic oversight of nursing operations, clinical quality, patient safety, and staff development, ensuring that nursing services align with the hospital's mission and uphold the highest standards of care.

Clinical Duties:

• Provide strategic leadership and overall direction for nursing services across the hospital.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation for all nursing units.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and professional nursing standards.
• Promote patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based nursing care.
• Mentor, train, and evaluate nursing staff to foster professional growth and retention. Collaborate with hospital leadership and medical teams on clinical governance and operational planning.
• Monitor nursing budgets, optimize resource use, and contribute to cost-effective healthcare delivery.
• Lead initiatives for patient-centered care and continuous service improvement.
• Knowledge of endoscopic procedures, equipment reprocessing, and infection prevention standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSCN) from a recognized institution; Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Management, or related field is an added advantage.
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Minimum of 7-10 years progressive nursing leadership experience in a hospital setting.
• Experience in Maternity, ICU & critical care or theatre will be an additional advantage
• Strong knowledge of healthcare systems, quality assurance, and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• Strong decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to patient safety and staff welfare.
• Ability to balance strategic oversight with operational detail

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• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Department - ICU/HDU to lead and manage our critical care services. The successful candidate will provide strategic and clinical leadership to ensure delivery of high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care in both the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and High Dependency Unit (HDU)..

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management of ICU/HDU services.
• Develop and implement departmental policies, protocols, and quality standards.
• Oversee patient care and ensure adherence to evidence-based critical care practices.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate ICU/HDU staff, including doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
• Coordinate staff scheduling, workload management, and training needs.
• Ensure efficient use of resources, equipment, and consumables in critical care units.
• Monitor patient safety indicators, infection control, and clinical outcomes, and drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and multidisciplinary teams to support seamless care delivery.
• Lead morbidity and mortality reviews, audits, and departmental meetings.
• Support continuous professional development and promote a culture of excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing
• Postgraduate training in Anaesthesia, Critical Care Medicine, or specialization in ICU care.
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Nursing Council Of Kenya (KMPDC).
• Minimum of 5-7 years' clinical experience in ICU/HDU, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory role. Mandatory valid ACLS & BLS

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, management, and mentoring skills.
• Excellent clinical decision-making and critical care expertise.
• Knowledge of ICU/HDU protocols, infection prevention, and advanced life support.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team coordination.

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Role Overview

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Department - Maternity to lead and oversee maternity and neonatal services within the hospital The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, ensuring safe and high-quality maternal and newborn care, managing staff, and driving continuous improvement across the Maternity Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management of the maternity and NICU departments
• Develop, implement, and monitor departmental policies, protocols, and quality standards
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate maternity and NICU staff, including nurses, midwives, and support staff
• Oversee patient flow in antenatal, labor & delivery, postnatal, and neonatal care units
• Ensure safe, evidence-based care for mothers, newborns, and critically ill neonates
• Monitor neonatal outcomes and lead interventions for reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality
• Manage staff rostering, training, and performance development
• Ensure optimal use and maintenance of maternity and NICU equipment, supplies, and budgets
• Collaborate with obstetricians, neonatologists, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals for integrated care
• Lead departmental quality improvement projects, audits, and morbidity/mortality reviews
• Support family-centered care by engaging and educating parents throughout the maternity and NICU journey

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSCN) or Diploma in Nursing with specialization in Midwifery or Neonatal Nursing
• Higher Diploma or Master's degree in Midwifery, Neonatal Nursing, Nursing Leadership, or Healthcare Management is an added advantage
• Valid registration and practicing license with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in maternity and/or neonatal care, with at least 3 years in a senior supervisory or leadership role

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent clinical knowledge in maternity and neonatal care, including NICU protocols skills
• Ability to manage high-acuity environments and emergencies Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making
• High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to patient and family-centered care
• Capacity to lead multidisciplinary teams in achieving clinical excellence