Opthalmic Nurse and Counsellor at ProRecruit Versaatech

Hiring: NairobiCity Newsroom
Status
Open
Fonte
MyJobMag
• Job Type Full Time , Onsite
• Qualification Diploma , Postgraduate Diploma
• Experience 2 - 6 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Medical / Healthcare
• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognised institution.
• Valid registration and practising licence with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).
• Specialised training in Ophthalmic Nursing or recognised ophthalmic nursing qualification.
• Professional training/qualification in Counselling Psychology, Guidance and Counselling, or a related field.
• At least 2–3 years’ relevant experience, preferably in an eye hospital or ophthalmic setting.
• Experience in counselling patients with visual impairment, chronic eye conditions, or those undergoing eye surgery will be an added advantage.
• Current BLS/First Aid certification will be an added advantage.
• Provide safe and comprehensive nursing care to ophthalmic patients.
• Assist ophthalmologists during consultations, procedures and minor surgical interventions.
• Prepare patients for eye surgery and provide appropriate pre- and post-operative care.
• Monitor patients and promptly report any changes or complications to the ophthalmologist.
• Administer medications and eye drops as prescribed.
• Educate patients on medication use, post-operative care and follow-up requirements.
• Assist with ophthalmic investigations and procedures within their scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate nursing and patient records.
• Ensure appropriate infection prevention and control practices are followed.
• Provide counselling to patients experiencing anxiety, fear or emotional distress related to their eye condition or treatment.
• Support patients before and after surgery.
• Help patients adjust to visual impairment, vision loss or changes in their quality of life.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families following difficult diagnoses or treatment outcomes.
• Identify patients requiring specialised psychological or psychiatric intervention and facilitate appropriate referral.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Educate patients and caregivers on eye health, treatment adherence and prevention of complications.
• Provide guidance to patients on coping with visual impairment and adapting to changes in vision.
• Reinforce information provided by the ophthalmologist and other clinical staff.
• Ensure patients understand their treatment plans and follow-up appointments.
• Job Type Full Time , Onsite • Qualification Diploma , Postgraduate Diploma • Experience 2 - 6 years • Location Nairobi • Job Field Medical / Healthcare • Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognised institution. • Valid registration and practising licence with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK). • Specialised training in Ophthalmic Nursing or recognised ophthalmic nursing qualification. • Professional training/qualification in Counselling Psychology, Guidance and Counselling, or a related field. • At least 2–3 years’ relevant experience, preferably in an eye hospital or ophthalmic setting. • Experience in counselling patients with visual impairment, chronic eye conditions, or those undergoing eye surgery will be an added advantage. • Current BLS/First Aid certification will be an added advantage. • Provide safe and comprehensive nursing care to ophthalmic patients. • Assist ophthalmologists during consultations, procedures and minor surgical interventions. • Prepare patients for eye surgery and provide appropriate pre- and post-operative care. • Monitor patients and promptly report any changes or complications to the ophthalmologist. • Administer medications and eye drops as prescribed. • Educate patients on medication use, post-operative care and follow-up requirements. • Assist with ophthalmic investigations and procedures within their scope of practice. • Maintain accurate nursing and patient records. • Ensure appropriate infection prevention and control practices are followed. • Provide counselling to patients experiencing anxiety, fear or emotional distress related to their eye condition or treatment. • Support patients before and after surgery. • Help patients adjust to visual impairment, vision loss or changes in their quality of life. • Provide emotional support to patients and their families following difficult diagnoses or treatment outcomes. • Identify patients requiring specialised psychological or psychiatric intervention and facilitate appropriate referral. • Maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries. • Educate patients and caregivers on eye health, treatment adherence and prevention of complications. • Provide guidance to patients on coping with visual impairment and adapting to changes in vision. • Reinforce information provided by the ophthalmologist and other clinical staff. • Ensure patients understand their treatment plans and follow-up appointments.

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