Job Description
Kwale County Public Service Board invites applications from motivated, compassionate, and professionally qualified individuals to fill the position of Nursing Officer I within the Department of Health Services on permanent and pensionable terms. This opportunity is ideal for registered nursing professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while supporting the County Government's vision of providing accessible, safe, and people-centered healthcare services.
The successful candidate will become part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team dedicated to improving health outcomes across hospitals, health centres, and community-based healthcare facilities within Kwale County. The role requires an individual who combines excellent clinical knowledge with sound professional judgment, ethical practice, empathy, and strong interpersonal communication skills. The Nursing Officer I will contribute significantly to preventive, promotive, curative, rehabilitative, and palliative healthcare services while ensuring compliance with national nursing standards and healthcare regulations.
The position involves assessing patients across different age groups, developing individualized nursing care plans, implementing evidence-based interventions, monitoring treatment progress, and collaborating closely with medical officers, clinical officers, pharmacists, nutritionists, laboratory personnel, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated service delivery. The successful applicant will also educate patients, families, and communities on disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, medication adherence, maternal and child health, infection prevention, and chronic disease management.
Beyond direct patient care, the officer will participate in quality improvement initiatives, health education campaigns, documentation of clinical activities, maintenance of accurate patient records, and implementation of infection prevention protocols that promote patient safety. The role also requires supporting emergency response services, participating in health outreach programmes, mentoring junior healthcare workers where necessary, and maintaining confidentiality while handling patient information.
Kwale County values professionalism, integrity, accountability, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning. The selected candidate will work in a dynamic healthcare environment that encourages continuous professional development, adherence to ethical nursing practice, and delivery of equitable healthcare services to diverse populations. Individuals who are passionate about improving community health, maintaining high clinical standards, and serving the public with dedication are strongly encouraged to apply.
This position offers an excellent long-term career opportunity within the County Government, providing stability, professional growth, and the satisfaction of contributing directly to improved healthcare services for residents of Kwale County.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients across outpatient, inpatient, maternity, emergency, and community healthcare settings.
- Conduct detailed patient assessments and collect accurate medical histories to support effective clinical decision-making.
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations while observing established nursing standards and professional ethics.
- Develop individualized nursing care plans based on patient needs, diagnosis, and treatment objectives.
- Implement evidence-based nursing interventions that promote safe, effective, and patient-centered healthcare.
- Continuously monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment outcomes, and recommend appropriate adjustments where necessary.
- Administer medications safely while observing prescribed treatment protocols and medication administration guidelines.
- Monitor patients for adverse drug reactions and promptly report abnormal findings to the attending clinician.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records using approved documentation procedures.
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease prevention, medication adherence, nutrition, hygiene, rehabilitation, and healthy living practices.
- Participate actively in maternal, newborn, child health, adolescent, adult, and elderly healthcare programmes.
- Provide emotional support, counselling, and health education to patients and their families.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate holistic patient management.
- Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control procedures throughout clinical practice.
- Promote patient safety by identifying risks and implementing preventive measures within healthcare facilities.
- Participate in quality assurance programmes aimed at improving healthcare service delivery.
- Support disease surveillance, immunization activities, screening programmes, and preventive healthcare initiatives.
- Conduct community health outreach programmes that improve public awareness on common health conditions.
- Participate in health promotion campaigns organized by the County Department of Health.
- Assist in emergency response, disaster preparedness, and mass casualty management whenever required.
- Monitor the availability and proper utilization of nursing supplies, medical equipment, and consumables.
- Report equipment malfunction, safety concerns, and supply shortages through established reporting channels.
- Participate in clinical audits and continuous quality improvement activities.
- Uphold professional nursing ethics, patient dignity, confidentiality, and respect for human rights.
- Guide junior staff, students, and interns during supervised clinical practice whenever assigned.
- Attend departmental meetings, professional development programmes, and mandatory training sessions.
- Support implementation of national healthcare policies, nursing standards, and County health strategies.
- Maintain effective communication with patients, colleagues, supervisors, and other healthcare stakeholders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of healthcare delivery through innovation, accountability, and teamwork.
- Perform any additional healthcare responsibilities assigned by authorized supervisors within the Department of Health Services.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or Midwifery from a recognized institution.
- Valid Practicing License issued by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- Registration Certificate from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a complete application in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position applied for and the corresponding vacancy number on the top left corner of the envelope. Applications should be addressed to: The Board Secretary / CEO Kwale County Public Service Board P.O. Box 4 – 80403 Kwale, Kenya Applications may be sent by post or delivered by hand to the Kwale County Public Service Board Offices, located next to Kwale District Hospital and opposite Baraza Park, Kwale Town. Applicants should attach clear copies of: National Identification Card. Academic certificates. Professional certificates. School leaving certificates. Testimonials. Valid Practicing License. Registration Certificate from the relevant professional body. Applications must reach the Board on or before 23 July 2026 at 4:30 PM. Late applications may not be considered. Kwale County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer. Women, persons living with disabilities, and qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.