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Clinical Nurse, Chemotherapy Unit
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Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi is hiring a Clinical Nurse for its Chemotherapy Unit. The role involves assessing patients for chemotherapy, administering IV and oral chemo, monitoring side effects, and providing holistic patient care in an acute care hospital setting.
- Full-time clinical nursing role in a leading private not-for-profit hospital
- Requires Nursing Council of Kenya licensure and BLS certification
- Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care hospital
Source Others
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CountyNairobiCityNairobiContractFull TimePosted2026-10-19Close dateNot specifiedExperience3 yearsSourceOthers
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AI summary
Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi is hiring a Clinical Nurse for its Chemotherapy Unit. The role involves assessing patients for chemotherapy, administering IV and oral chemo, monitoring side effects, and providing holistic patient care in an acute care hospital setting.
- Full-time clinical nursing role in a leading private not-for-profit hospital
- Requires Nursing Council of Kenya licensure and BLS certification
- Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care hospital
- Involves administering chemotherapy and patient education on side effects
- Work in the Chemotherapy Unit in Nairobi, Kenya
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Not enough public dataNot enough public salary data is available for this exact role. Before applying, prepare to ask about gross pay, benefits, contract length, probation period, transport and any allowances.
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- Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in factory, Nursing, Clinical NurseThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in NairobiThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full Time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
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- Place your strongest Clinical Nurse, Chemotherapy Unit evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Aga Khan University Hospital and the role in Nairobi.
- Add concrete examples related to factory, Nursing, Clinical Nurse, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
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- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Clinical Nurse, Chemotherapy Unit role in factory, Nursing?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Nairobi under the listed contract or schedule?
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Key Accountabilities
- Assess patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical condition and blood parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment according to treatment protocols / regimes.
- Administer intravenous and oral chemotherapy, and safely dispose of Chemo contaminated material in accordance with Hospital Safety Guidelines
- Provide information regarding treatment and chemo side effects to ensure each patient is prepared for their specific treatment and elicit informed consent
- Provide one to one and telephone advice to patients and their families regarding treatment side effects and management of side effects to ensure each patient receives care which is specific and appropriate to their needs
- Assess patient’s readiness for radiotherapy, through history taking and physical examination.
- Closely monitor patients undergoing Chemotherapy and other treatments, be able to identify reactions/complications, communicate the reactions/ complications to the physician and participate in management of the same
- Recognize and provide psychological and emotional support to patients and their families, and be able to refer to counsellors when appropriate
- Observe infection control guidelines while caring for central venous lines, and be able to advise patients about care of those lines in the home setting
- Be proficient in administration of other intravenous therapies i.e. Blood and blood products, bisphosphonates and IV fluids
- Utilize evidence-based tools in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individualized care to patients
- Provide a high standard of holistic care encompassing physical, psychological, spiritual and social care to patients and families.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines for staff and patients, reporting any accidents, incidents, hazards or equipment defects in accordance with laid down policies
Requirements
- Registered Nurse from a recognized school of nursing or University
- Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care hospital
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