Nurse

The Nurse 1 operates under the supervision of the Site Medical Officer and supports the health and safety of employees on construction sites and camps. The role involves providing first-line medical care, administering treatment, conducting health assessments, promoting wellness, and ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations. This position is vital in minimizing health-related disruptions on-site and maintaining a fit, safe, and responsive workforce.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Provide first aid, basic trauma care, and primary nursing services for site workers and staff.

• Respond promptly to medical emergencies, accidents, or injuries and coordinate patient evacuation if needed.

• Maintain medical logs and incident reports, ensuring strict confidentiality and compliance with medical ethics.

• Monitor health conditions of workers through periodic checks, vital signs monitoring, and health risk screenings.

• Administer prescribed medication and monitor response to treatment.

• Conduct health and hygiene education sessions on topics such as malaria prevention, hydration, fatigue, PPE use, and hygiene.

• Ensure medical supplies and equipment are stocked, well-maintained, and inventoried regularly.

• Support occupational health programs including TB screening, COVID-19 protocols, vaccinations, and chronic illness management.

• Liaise with nearby clinics or hospitals for advanced care and referrals.

• Assist in developing and implementing site-specific health policies and emergency response plans.

• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and audits as a health representative.

• Support compliance with NEMA, DOSHS, and Ministry of Health site health requirements.

• Provide documentation to support medical insurance claims or worker compensation when applicable.

• Conduct follow-ups on injured or recovering workers to ensure timely return-to-work readiness.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.

• Must be licensed and registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya.

• Certification in First Aid, BLS (Basic Life Support), and preferably ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support).

• Training in Occupational Health & Safety or Remote Site Nursing is a strong advantage.

Experience:

• 2+ years of clinical nursing experience, preferably with exposure to emergency care or occupational health.

• Experience in a remote site, construction site, camp clinic, or mobile health setup is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with workplace health risks such as dehydration, heat stress, falls, lacerations, and machinery-related injuries.

Skills:

• Excellent clinical assessment and triage skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to deal with a diverse workforce.

• Familiar with basic medical software or digital record keeping.

• Ability to stay calm under pressure and respond quickly in emergencies.

• Team-oriented, with high standards of ethical and confidential conduct.

Other Requirements:

• Willing to work long shifts, night duty, or be on-call depending on site activity.

• Must be physically fit and able to move swiftly in emergencies.

• Willing to relocate to remote or temporary site camps if necessary.

• Fluent in English and Kiswahili; knowledge of local dialects is an asset.