10 Vacancies Open At AKDN

The Aga Khan Health Services and Aga Khan Education Services have announced multiple career opportunities across the healthcare and education sectors in Kenya. The vacancies are available at the Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu, Aga Khan Medical Centre Kisii, and Aga Khan Academy Nairobi. These opportunities target professionals in nursing, teaching, library services, and specialized healthcare services. The institutions continue to expand their operations and strengthen service delivery through quality healthcare and international-standard education systems. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is part of the Aga Khan Health Service network in East Africa and has continued to achieve recognition for quality standards, including ISO certifications and advanced accreditation initiatives. The hospital operates outreach facilities across several counties including Kisumu, Kisii, Kakamega, Bungoma, Kericho, Eldoret, Migori, Busia, Homa Bay, and others. On the education side, the Aga Khan Academy Nairobi is an International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school offering the IB curriculum from Early Years to Diploma Programme level with a multicultural student and staff community. The following positions are currently open: Critical Care Nurses – Fixed Term Contract Nursing Officers – Locums Nursing Officer (Locum) – Aga Khan Medical Centre Kisii NICU Nurses – Fixed Term Contract Ophthalmic Care Nurse – Locum Film / Media Studies Teacher English Teacher Drama Teacher Music Teacher Teacher Librarian Below is a detailed breakdown of the advertised positions and responsibilities. 1. Critical Care Nurses – Fixed Term Contract The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is seeking Critical Care Nurses on fixed-term contracts within the Nursing Department. The role reports to the Manager – Critical Care & Renal Services. Key responsibilities include: Performing comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs Monitoring vital signs, oxygen levels, and other critical indicators Providing direct and continuous care to critically ill or injured patients Responding quickly to changes in patient condition Developing and adapting patient care plans based on assessments Administering medications, intravenous fluids, blood transfusions, and ventilator support Prioritizing nursing care according to patient severity and identified needs Setting up and monitoring critical care equipment such as: Cardiac monitors Mechanical ventilators Oxygen delivery systems Dialysis machines Alarm systems Initiating invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation based on physician instructions Ensuring adherence to infection prevention and patient safety protocols Conducting safety checks on ICU equipment and patient beds Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation Participating in quality improvement projects, audits, and nursing education activities Supporting collection and monitoring of departmental quality indicators Carrying out audits on infection prevention and documentation practices Upholding Nursing Council of Kenya regulations and applicable Kenyan laws Protecting patient confidentiality and hospital property Supervising and mentoring junior nursing staff where necessary This role is suited for professionals interested in high-dependency and intensive care nursing environments. 2. Nursing Officers – Locums The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is also recruiting Nursing Officers on a locum basis for the main hospital. Key duties include: Providing direct nursing care to patients Assessing physical, emotional, and psychological patient needs Monitoring patient vital signs and overall condition Administering prescribed medications, injections, and IV fluids Prioritizing care for critically ill patients Maintaining safe patient environments through infection control practices Performing regular safety checks in patient care areas Documenting investigations, assessments, treatments, and patient interactions Participating in nursing education and quality improvement activities Supporting departmental audits and skill checks Monitoring departmental quality indicators Ensuring compliance with Nursing Council of Kenya regulations Safeguarding confidential hospital and patient information The locum arrangement provides an opportunity for nursing professionals seeking flexible healthcare engagement within a leading healthcare institution. 3. Nursing Officer (Locum) – Aga Khan Medical Centre Kisii The Aga Khan Medical Centre Kisii is seeking a Nursing Officer on locum terms. Key responsibilities include: Identifying patient-specific care needs Developing and implementing care plans Prioritizing care for critically ill patients Ensuring safe patient environments through infection prevention measures Performing routine safety checks [Read more on the source website]