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Clinical Nurse, Chemotherapy Unit at Aga Khan University Hospital
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Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 1 day ago (19 Oct 2026) Deadline: 30 Oct 2026 Updated about 5 hours ago
Job Description
The Clinical Nurse in the Chemotherapy Unit assesses patients, administers chemotherapy treatments, and provides education on side effects. They monitor patients closely, manage complications, and offer psychological support to patients and families. The role requires strict adherence to safety and infection‑control protocols while delivering compassionate care. Effective communication with physicians and multidisciplinary teams is essential.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • BA/BSc/HND degree in Nursing or related field.
- • Minimum 3 years clinical nursing experience in an acute‑care hospital setting.
- • Certification in chemotherapy administration preferred.
- • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety protocols.
- • Excellent communication and patient‑education skills.
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Assess patients to ensure physical condition and blood parameters meet chemotherapy protocols.
- • Administer intravenous and oral chemotherapy and dispose of contaminated materials safely.
- • Provide patients with information on treatment and side‑effects, obtaining informed consent.
- • Offer one‑to‑one and telephone advice to patients and families regarding side‑effect management.
- • Monitor patients during treatment, identify reactions or complications, and communicate findings to physicians.
- • Provide psychological and emotional support, referring to counsellors when appropriate.
- • Observe and follow infection‑control guidelines while caring for patients.