Mater Misericordiae Hospital has announced several employment opportunities for qualified professionals seeking careers in Kenya’s healthcare sector. The current vacancies cover nursing, clinical education, critical care leadership, locum nursing and senior hospital management.
Mater Misericordiae Hospital is a healthcare provider serving patients in Kenya and the wider East and Central African region. The hospital describes its approach as focused on exceptional, compassionate and Christ-centred healthcare services delivered through an innovative, engaged and competent workforce. The available positions provide opportunities across different levels of hospital operations, ranging from direct patient care and nursing education to critical care coordination and executive management.
The vacancies currently advertised are Clinical Instructor, Staff Nurse, ICU/HDU Coordinator, Critical Care Nurses – Locum and Chief Operating Officer. Each position carries a separate application deadline, and applicants should therefore carefully review the requirements and application instructions applicable to the vacancy they are interested in.
The hospital has also stated that it does not charge candidates any fee at any stage of its recruitment process. Applicants should submit their applications only through the application channel specified in the respective vacancy notice.
Below are the available Mater Misericordiae Hospital job vacancies, together with their duties, requirements and application procedures.
1. Clinical Instructor
Application Deadline: 26th August 2026
The Clinical Instructor position is focused on supporting the education, clinical development and practical preparation of nursing and midwifery students. The successful candidate will be involved in coordinating clinical learning experiences, conducting assessments, following students during placements and working with colleagues to maintain effective teaching and learning processes.
The role requires close interaction with students as they transition between classroom instruction and practical clinical environments. It also involves collaboration with the nursing department and clinical facilities where students undertake their placements.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Clinical Instructor will be responsible for:
- Coordinating clinical presentations to help students develop critical-thinking capabilities.
- Preparing and implementing orientation programmes for new students to facilitate their settlement at the school and within clinical environments.
- Following up on students undertaking clinical placements both internally and externally.
- Planning and conducting theoretical and practical assessments for students.
- Regularly assessing students’ practical books to establish the level of proficiency they have attained when conducting procedures.
- Producing and distributing course learning objectives and student schedules to relevant clinical facilities before students attend those facilities.
- Designing master rotations, assessment schedules and other appropriate teaching and learning tools.
- Communicating with the nursing department whenever necessary to address and resolve concerns or issues arising within clinical areas.
- Collaborating with colleagues in reviewing and evaluating course content and expected learning outcomes.
- Discussing concerns and problems with students where those matters are directly or indirectly connected to their learning experiences.
- Participating in departmental quality improvement initiatives and preparing the required reports.
- Undertaking any other duties that may be assigned.
The position therefore combines student supervision, teaching coordination, assessment and communication with clinical departments. The Clinical Instructor is expected to help ensure that students receive structured exposure to clinical practice while their progress and competency development are appropriately assessed.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- KRN/KRM/KRN/M/KRCHN/BSCN.
- Computer proficiency.
- A minimum of two years of active classroom and clinical teaching experience in Nursing/Midwifery practice.
- Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) with a valid practising licence.
- Specialization in KRCCN, KRNN or KRPON will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requirements should submit an application together with a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and details of three referees. The referees’ telephone contacts and email addresses should be included.
Applications should be sent to [email protected] and should reach the hospital no later than 26th August 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
2. Staff Nurse
Application Deadline: 2nd September 2026
The Staff Nurse position is centred on providing and coordinating nursing care based on the individual needs of patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing patients, planning their nursing care, monitoring their condition and maintaining accurate records.
The role also involves working alongside medical and nursing personnel during ward rounds, supporting clinical procedures and maintaining communication between patients and different hospital departments. The Staff Nurse will additionally contribute to the supervision and orientation of new staff members and students.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Staff Nurse will be responsible for:
- Planning, providing and evaluating nursing care according to the individual needs of patients.
- Ensuring that patients’ physical, psychological and mental nursing needs are appropriately attended to.
- Providing individually tailored care to patients.
- Assisting patients in performing their ordinary daily activities where support is required.
- Monitoring, recording and reporting changes in patients’ symptoms.
- Maintaining accurate reports and records relating to patients.
- Assessing patients’ needs and planning appropriate nursing care.
- Participating in ward rounds together with medical and nursing personnel.
- Assisting medical staff during the examination and treatment of patients.
- Providing assistance during clinical investigative procedures.
- Orienting and supervising new staff members and students.
- Supporting proper coordination and the smooth running of activities within the ward.
- Maintaining effective communication with patients and other hospital departments to support continuity of patient care.
- Maintaining a safe and clean working environment by following established standards and procedures.
- Ensuring patients being discharged from the wards leave with their prescribed medication and discharge summaries.
- Following up on scheduled appointments relating to discharged patients.
- Participating in departmental quality improvement initiatives and providing the necessary reports.
The Staff Nurse will therefore have responsibilities across direct nursing care, patient monitoring, clinical coordination, documentation and ward operations. The position also requires interaction with other healthcare professionals to facilitate continuity of care throughout a patient’s stay and discharge process.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should have the following:
- Diploma in KRCHN/KRN/M.
- BSc Nursing.
- Computer proficiency.
- Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya with a valid practising licence.
- A minimum of one year of post-qualification experience in Nursing.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the Staff Nurse vacancy should send an application together with a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and three referees.
The telephone contacts and email addresses of the referees should be provided.
Applications should be sent to [email protected] no later than 2nd September 2026.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
3. ICU/HDU Coordinator
Application Deadline: 2nd September 2026
Mater Misericordiae Hospital is also recruiting an ICU/HDU Coordinator to oversee the efficient operation of its Intensive Care Unit and High Dependency Unit.
The position carries clinical, operational and supervisory responsibilities. The successful candidate will coordinate daily patient-care operations, assess staffing requirements and competencies, support critical patient care and work with other hospital departments on staffing, training, procurement and quality improvement.
The ICU/HDU Coordinator will also maintain communication with clinical leadership concerning incidents and operational requirements within the unit.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The ICU/HDU Coordinator will be responsible for:
- Supervising and ensuring the efficient running of the ICU/HDU department at the main hospital.
- Coordinating and directing daily patient-care operations within the Critical Care Unit.
- Analysing workloads and determining the skills required to meet patient-care needs.
- Assessing staff competencies and making appropriate patient-care assignments.
- Delegating appropriate responsibilities to suitable personnel in accordance with legal and professional guidelines as well as departmental standards.
- Maintaining clear communication with the Clinical Nurse Manager regarding the needs of the unit and any incidents that may arise.
- Assisting with direct patient care whenever required.
- Identifying appropriate internal controls for the department.
- Establishing mechanisms for monitoring and enforcing compliance with the relevant internal controls.
- Providing second on-call coverage.
- Coordinating morbidity and mortality meetings as well as multidisciplinary meetings.
- Ensuring the ICU/HDU is appropriately equipped and that equipment is functioning properly.
- Preparing the departmental budget.
- Ensuring capital items are procured according to the required specifications.
- Ensuring adequate supplies are available within the unit at all times.
- Conducting performance appraisals for clinical staff working within the department.
- Ensuring staff maintain appropriate levels of competence and efficiency in their knowledge, skills and attitude.
- Working with the Human Resources department in managing staff welfare, training and development.
- Creating a work environment that encourages personal integrity, teamwork and high performance standards.
- Reporting clinical matters to the Director of Medical Services whenever required.
- Participating in departmental quality improvement initiatives and providing the required reports.
- Performing any other duties that may be assigned.
This position consequently combines clinical leadership with operational management. It includes responsibility for staff deployment, critical care operations, equipment availability, budgeting, procurement, professional development and departmental performance.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MB ChB).
- A minimum of three years’ experience as a Senior Medical Officer.
- Master’s training will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of two years’ ICU/Critical Care experience.
- Experience in the clinical management of paediatric and adult cardiac cases.
- Ability to train and develop staff.
- Supervisory experience.
- Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) with a valid practising licence.
How to Apply
Interested candidates meeting the stated requirements should submit an application accompanied by a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and details of three referees.
Applicants should include the telephone contacts and email addresses of the referees.
Applications should be submitted through [email protected] by 2nd September 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
4. Critical Care Nurses – Locum
Application Deadline: 3rd September 2026
The Critical Care Nurses – Locum vacancy is intended for nursing professionals who will support the provision of care to patients requiring intensive and critical medical attention.
The role involves assessing patient conditions, planning nursing care, administering medication, monitoring specialised equipment and responding to emergencies and life-threatening situations.
Critical Care Nurses will also work closely with physicians during medical procedures and support patients’ families through relevant health information and education.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Critical Care Nurses – Locum will be responsible for:
- Assessing patients’ conditions and planning appropriate care.
- Ensuring patients’ physical, psychological and mental nursing needs are attended to.
- Treating wounds and providing advanced life-support care.
- Assisting physicians in carrying out medical procedures.
- Monitoring, recording and reporting changes in patients’ symptoms.
- Maintaining accurate patient reports.
- Ensuring ventilators, monitors and other equipment within the unit are functioning properly.
- Receiving patients into the unit and facilitating their discharge or transfer from the unit as required.
- Administering intravenous fluids and medications.
- Requesting diagnostic tests where required.
- Responding appropriately to emergencies and life-threatening situations.
- Maintaining a safe and clean working environment by adhering to established standards and procedures.
- Providing support and education to patients’ families on matters relating to the health and care of patients.
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives within the department and providing reports as required.
- Undertaking any other duties assigned from time to time.
The position is primarily focused on critical patient care and requires the nurse to maintain close observation of patients while ensuring that specialised critical-care equipment remains operational. Emergency response, accurate documentation and coordination with physicians are also central components of the role.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have:
- Diploma in KRCHN/KRN/M.
- Higher National Diploma in Critical Care Nursing (KRCCN).
- BSc Nursing.
- Computer proficiency.
- Registration with the Nursing Council of Kenya with a valid practising licence.
- A minimum of two years’ experience in Nursing.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the Critical Care Nurses – Locum positions should submit their applications together with a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and details of three referees.
The referees’ telephone numbers and email addresses should be included.
Applications should be emailed to [email protected] no later than 3rd September 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
5. Chief Operating Officer
Application Deadline: 15th September 2026
Mater Misericordiae Hospital is seeking a seasoned Chief Operating Officer who will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
This is a senior executive position responsible for overseeing the hospital’s day-to-day operations and support functions. The role has a broad mandate covering operational excellence, patient safety, quality management, financial sustainability, hospital facilities, biomedical engineering and support services.
The Chief Operating Officer will also work with Medical, Nursing, Finance and Risk functions to improve patient experience, strengthen clinical governance and support business continuity.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for:
- Supporting the Chief Executive Officer in operational strategy, business planning and budgeting.
- Providing executive oversight of hospital operations.
- Overseeing hospital facilities, biomedical engineering and support services.
- Partnering with Medical, Nursing, Finance and Risk functions to improve the patient experience.
- Supporting effective clinical governance and business continuity.
- Leading quality assurance, accreditation, compliance and SafeCare standards.
- Driving transformation initiatives within hospital operations.
- Supporting digital health initiatives and continuous improvement, including Lean approaches and automation.
- Monitoring key performance indicators covering operations, quality, finance and patient safety.
- Building a high-performance organisational culture through leadership development and performance management.
- Undertaking any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive Officer from time to time.
The position is therefore responsible for connecting operational strategy with the hospital’s daily activities. The COO will oversee multiple operational and support functions while working across clinical, financial and risk-management areas.
The role also places emphasis on institutional quality, accreditation, compliance, digital transformation and continuous improvement. Monitoring operational and financial performance indicators will form part of the executive’s responsibility alongside patient safety and organisational performance.
Requirements
Candidates should meet the following requirements:
- A Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Health Services Management, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
- A professional qualification in Hospital Management, Healthcare Operations, Quality Management, Project Management or Healthcare Leadership will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare operations, including at least five years at senior executive level in a high-volume hospital.
- A proven track record in operations, accreditation, financial management and leadership of multidisciplinary teams.
- Registration with relevant professional bodies where applicable.
Personal Traits
The vacancy notice identifies the following personal traits:
- Unwavering integrity.
- Compassionate leadership.
- Agility.
- Mission alignment.
- Commitment to social impact.
- Organisational and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to provide:
- A detailed resume.
- A motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
- Names and contact information for three referees.
- Relevant academic documents.
All application documents should be submitted to [email protected] by 15th September 2026.
Applicants must indicate the position of interest in the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Important Information for Applicants
Candidates interested in the Mater Misericordiae Hospital vacancies should carefully check the closing date attached to the particular position they intend to apply for. The five opportunities have different deadlines, with the Clinical Instructor position closing on 26th August 2026, Staff Nurse and ICU/HDU Coordinator positions closing on 2nd September 2026, Critical Care Nurses – Locum closing on 3rd September 2026, and the Chief Operating Officer vacancy closing on 15th September 2026.
Applicants should ensure that the documents requested for their respective positions are included when submitting applications. For the clinical and nursing vacancies, the hospital requests a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates and information for three referees, including telephone and email contacts. The Chief Operating Officer application additionally requires a motivation letter and specifies that the position should be indicated in the email subject line.
Mater Misericordiae Hospital states that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. It also specifically cautions applicants that no fee is charged at any stage of its recruitment process. Job seekers should therefore avoid individuals or entities requesting payment in exchange for recruitment assistance, interview consideration or placement at the hospital.
