Nairobi Hospital Celebrates Nurses with Awards, Scholarships and a Call for Greater Support
From (L-R)The Nairobi Hospital Acting CEO Felix Osano,Mercy Mkubwa, a Senior Nurse Staff, Dr. Susan Njuguna, Dean of the School of Nursing at Daystar University and Margaret Muyoro, Chairperson of the National Nurses Association of Kenya (Nairobi Chapter) during commomeration of Nurses at The Nairobi Hospital.
Nairobi Hospital joined the global community in celebrating International Nurses Week with a heartfelt tribute to its nurses, underscoring their vital role in healthcare delivery and community well-being.
The event, held at the hospital’s premises, brought together senior management, educators, and nursing professionals to recognize the exceptional contributions of nurses under the theme Our Nurses. Our Future. The Economic Power of Care.
Speaking at the event, Acting CEO Felix Osano emphasized the indispensable role nurses play in the healthcare system. “Nurses are the backbone of any hospital. We cannot run a health facility without them,” he stated.
The Nairobi Hospital Acting CEO Felix Osano
He reiterated the hospital’s commitment to continuous training and professional development, highlighting the sponsorship of five nurses to attend an international nursing conference in Finland in June.
Further,he noted that 56 nurses have been certified in Basic Life support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) while 32 nurses have been sponsored to attend National Nursing Conferences.
Dr. Susan Njuguna, Dean of the School of Nursing at Daystar University, echoed the need to prioritize nurses’ well-being and resources.
“A nurse’s care touches lives in ways that impact the economy. Supporting their mental health, access to medical services, and availability of tools is essential to quality care,” she said.
She called for proper health system support to enable nurses to deliver optimal care across all settings.
“By creating a context in which nurses can flourish professionally and personally with dignity, the result is optimizing patient care and optimizing the effectiveness and durability of health systems and economies,” said Dr. Njuguna.
Margaret Muyoro, Acting Director of Nursing Services and Chairperson of the National Nurses Association of Kenya (Nairobi Chapter), celebrated 22 outstanding nurses for their innovation, research, and leadership.
“Our nurses are empowered and ready to take on global platforms. We’re proud of their excellence in mentorship, research, and care,” said Muyoro.
Mercy Mkubwa, a senior staff nurse at The Nairobi Hospital reflected on her journey, attributing her success to the Florence Nightingale Foundation Scholarship.
“Leadership and passion, especially in reproductive health, drive me. My dream is to continue advocating for women and children,” she said, urging fellow nurses to embrace global opportunities and mentorship.
The event also recognized outstanding student nurses such as Nicola Sanjohi and Flora Gakwaya from the Cicely MacDonald College of Health Sciences. Sanjohi praised the mentorship she received and encouraged aspiring nurses to pursue the profession, while Gakwaya expressed hope and motivation after receiving her award.
The celebrations not only honored excellence but also sparked conversations around investment in nursing, both as a profession and a pillar of national development.
By Sharon Atieno
