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DR Vincent Kiprono Mukthar

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SENIOR LECTURER/SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
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Job Category
Teaching
Phone Number
0736004358
Division / Faculty
Faculty of Health Sciences
Directorate / Dept
DEPT OF NURSING
Section
Nakuru Town campus(Health Sciences)
Address
P. O. Box 77-20157 Kabarak, Kenya
SUMMARY

Dr. Vincent Kiprono Mukthar is a highly accomplished Senior Lecturer and Senior Research Fellow in Nursing Education at the Department of Nursing. With a PhD in Nursing Education from the University of Nairobi (2020), along with a Master’s in Nursing Sciences (2006) and a Bachelor’s in Nursing (2000), Dr. Mukthar’s academic journey is marked by dedication and excellence.Since joining şŁ˝ÇĆĆ˝â°ćin 2008 as an Assistant Lecturer, he has steadily advanced in his career, attaining the role of Senior Lecturer and serving as Chairman of the Nursing Department for two successful terms (2011-2018). During this period, he spearheaded the development and refinement of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Direct Entry), which has become one of the most in-demand programs in the country.Currently, he leads multiple academic programs, including the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Direct Entry and In-service Modes) and the Diploma in Nursing (In-service Mode). His vast experience spans applied health research, community outreach, and consultancy in areas such as nursing education, maternal and neonatal health, and population health.Dr. Mukthar has been the Principal Investigator in several research projects funded by internal grants, including studies on skilled birth attendance, contraceptive use among women, and healthcare worker safety in Nakuru County. A prolific scholar, he has published over 20 scientific articles and contributed to book chapters, while also presenting his work at numerous conferences and workshops.Beyond his academic contributions, Dr. Mukthar is a registered nurse with the Nursing Council of Kenya and holds a valid practice license. His influence extends to mentoring, having successfully supervised one Master’s thesis and currently guiding eight Master’s and one PhD student in nursing, nutrition, and health-related fields.Dr. Mukthar’s expertise has earned him roles as an Adjunct Lecturer at Kabarak University and an External Examiner at various institutions, including the Nursing Council of Kenya. A seasoned educator and researcher, he is a cornerstone in the field of nursing education.

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ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

2020 - Doctor of Philosophy, University of Nairobi

2006 - Master of Science in Nursing, University of Nairobi

2000 - Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Eastern Africa, Baraton.

1995 - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Kapsabet  High School

1991 - Kenya Certificate of Primary  Education, Mumias  Prim’ School

FIELDS OF SPECIALIZATION

Nursing Education

* Special Interest in Medical Surgical Nursing

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

June 2002 - Registered with Nursing Council of Kenya(Registration Number 206)

June 2002 - Licensed to practice Nursing (Practice Licence No. NCK/PL/03793)

 

Short Courses and Trainings

  • June 2018 - ISO Process Owners Transition Training, Kenya Bureau of Standards

 

  • April 2018 - CPAP and Helping Babies Breath, Egerton University

 

  • Oct 2012 - DHS Fellows Report Writing Workshop, Measure Demographic And Health Survey

 

  • Aug 2004 - Trauma Counseling And Debriefing, Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling

 

  • Aug 2003 - Counseling Skills And HIV/AIDS, Kenya Institute of Professional Counseling

 

  • May 2003 - Palliative Management And Care Of The Terminally Ill, Nairobi Hospice

 

 

 

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

April 29th 2015 – To date: Senior Lecturer, Department of Nursing, şŁ˝ÇĆĆ˝â°ć– Kenya

 

Dec 2011 – July 3rd 2018: Chairman, Department of Nursing, şŁ˝ÇĆĆ˝â°ć– Kenya

 

April 3rd 2012 –  April 28th 2015: Lecturer, Department of Nursing, şŁ˝ÇĆĆ˝â°ć– Kenya

 

May 14th 2008 - April 2nd 2012: Assistant Lecturer, Department of Nursing, şŁ˝ÇĆĆ˝â°ć– Kenya

 

2007 - 2008: Nursing Tutor, Moi Teaching & Referral Training School, - Kenya

 

2001 - 2006: Nursing Officer, Moi Teaching & Referral Hospital, - Kenya

 

2000 - 2001: Clinical Instructor, University of Eastern Africa,  Baraton – Kenya

 

KEY PROJECTS

Sept’ 2014 - Sept 2016: The  Uptake and Determinants of Skilled Birth Attendance in Rongai Sub-County, Nakuru County – Kenya- Funded by Egerton University

 

June 2017-  Sept  2020: The Effectiveness of Structured to Nurses in Influencing Percutaneous Injuries and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis; The Case of Nakuru County Referral Hospital- PhD Project- Self-funded

 

2012 - 2013: The  Use of Modern Contraceptives Among the Women(15-49 years) Attending Maternal Child Health/Family Planning Units in PGH, Nakuru- Kenya- Funded by Egerton University

 

2010 - 2012: Percutaneous Injuries and Post-Exposure Prohylaxis among the nurses in  PGH, Nakuru- Kenya- Funded by Egerton University

 

RESEARCH INTERESTS
  • Nursing Education -Expert in interventional Studies
  • Maternal and Neonatal Nursing
  • Occupation Health and Hazards in Health 
  • Medical Surgical Nursing
LIST OF PUBLICATIONS
  1. Publications in Refereed Journals
    1. Mukthar, K. & Chemoiwa, R. K. (2024 July). The Prevalence of Intimate Partner/Spouse Violence against Males and its Association with Common Substances of Abuse in Kenya East African Journal of Health and Science, 7(1), 285- 292. .
    2. Mukthar, K. (2024 April). The Association between Male Circumcision and Physical Intimate Partner/Spouse Violence in Kenya. Journal of Medicine, Nursing & Public Health, 7(1), 69–81.
    3. Kwena, T. T., Psusma, T. S., Mukthar, V. K. and Arudo, J. O. (2024 Jan’). Assessing Healthcare Provider's Skills in the Management of COVID-19 Infection at Busia County Referral Hospital, Kenya. Evidence-Based Nursing Research, 6(1), 28-38. . 
    4. Kwena, T. T., Psusma, T. S. and Mukthar, V. K. (2022 Dec’). Assessment of Covid-19 Management by Healthcare Providers in Busia County, Kenya.  Journal of Health, Medicine and Nursing (JHMN). Vol 8: Issue 2. No 5. 69-87  ISSN: 2520-4025
    5. Mukthar, K. (2022 July’). The influence of Male Partner/Spouse Involvement in the Uptake of Postpartum Contraception in Kenya. Kenyan Journal of Nursing & Midwifery. Vol 7: Issue 1, 70-83  ISSN: 2518-8631
    6. Mukthar, K. (2021 Dec’). The Role of Male Partner/Spouse Attendance of Antenatal Clinic in the Prediction of Place of Delivery in Kenya: A Further Analysis of Kenya Demographic Health Survey 2014. Kenyan Journal of Nursing & Midwifery. Vol 6: Issue 2, 77-90  ISSN: 2518-8631
    7. Mukthar, V. K. (2017). The Effect of an Educational Intervention on the Standard Precautions among Nurses in Kenya. Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, 1(4).
    8. Mukthar, K. and Kulei, S. J. (2017 Nov). The Uptake and Determinants of Skilled Birth Att endance in Rongai Sub -County, Nakuru County, Kenya.  East African Medical Journal. Vol 94, Issue no
    9. Mukthar, K., Karani, A. K. and Mirie, W. (2017 April).  Prevalence and Reporting Of Percutaneous Injuries among Nurses in Selected County Hospitals in Kenya.   Kenyan Journal of Nursing & Midwifery, Vol 2: Issue1, 37-44 ISSN: 2518-8631
    10. Maranga, A. K., Abunga, S. K., Mutunga-Mwenda, C. S., and Mukthar, K., (2017 April). Ethical Distress As Perceived By Nurses in Kenya.  Kenyan Journal of Nursing & Midwifery, Vol 2: Issue1, 45-53 ISSN: 2518-8631
    11. Kulei, S. J., Jennifer Oyieke, ,Blasio B.O. and Mukthar, V. K., (2016 Dec).  Maternal Determinants Of Neonatal Mortality Among Mothers Giving Birth In A County Hospital In KenyA.   Kenyan Journal of Nursing & Midwifery, Vol 1: Issue 2, 145-157
    12. Maranga, A. K., Mukthar, K., Mutunga-Mwenda, C. S., and  Chemoiwa, R. K. (2016 Nov’).  Hospital Governance for the Counties in Kenya, Emphasis on Government-run Institutions.  International Journal of Medical and Health Science, Vol 1: Issue 11
    13. Mukthar, K., Karani, A. K. and Mirie, W.  (2016 June).   The Knowledge And Compliance With The Universal Precautions And The Prevalence Of Percutaneous Injuries Among The Registered Nurses In Selected County Hospitals In Kenya.  East African Medical Journal. Vol 93, Issue no 6
    14. Ngeno, L. C., Mukthar, K., Kulei, S. J. and Chege M.  (2015 July).  The Determinants of Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine Uptake Among Children Attending Immunization Services at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya.  East African Medical Journal. Vol 92, Issue no 7
    15. Mukthar, K., Maranga, A. K., Kulei, S. J. and Chemoiwa, R. K.  (2014 Nov’).  The Uptake of Modern Contraceptives  Among Women of Reproductive Age (15-49 Years) Attending Maternal Child Health and  Family Planning (MCH/FP) Clinics; The Case Of  Rift Valley Provincial Hospital in Kenya.  East African Medical Journal. Vol 91, Issue  11
    16. Chemoiwa, R. K., Mukthar, K., Maranga, A. K.  and   Kulei, S. J.  (2014 Oct’).  Nurses Infection Prevention Practices in Handling Injections: A Case of Rift Valley Provincial Hospital in Kenya.   East African Medical Journal. Vol 91, Issue no 10
    17. Mangeni, J. N., Mwangi, A., Mbugua, S., Mukthar, V.K. (2012 Nov’). Male Involvement in Maternal Health Care as a Determinant of Utilization of Skilled Birth Attendants in Kenya.  East African Medical Journal. Vol 89, Issue no 11
    18. Mukthar, K. (2011 March). Post-exposure prophylaxis use among the nurses; The case of Rift Valley Provincial Hospital in Kenya. Egerton Journal of Science & Technology; Vol’ 10, Issue no 2073-8277
    19. Mukthar, V. K., Karani A. Kagure and Kang’ethe Simon (2009 Dec’). Percutaneous Injuries among the Nurses: A Case of Rift Valley Provincial Hospital in Kenya.  Kenya Nursing Journal; Vol’ 38, Issue no. 2                 
    20. Mukthar, V. K., (2020 Jun’) “NURS 210:  Cardiovascular Medical Surgical Nursing” Egerton University© Nakuru, Kenya.~ Module/ Book Chapter 
    21. Mukthar, V. K., (2020 Sept’) “NURS 310:  Respiratory & Gastro-Intestinal Medical Surgical Nursing” Egerton University© Nakuru, Kenya.~Module/Book Chapter
CONFERENCES & INVITED PRESENTATIONS

Mukthar, V. K., (2022 Jun’) “The Nursing Students’ Perspectives and Experiences on Modified Clinical Experience during the Corona Virus Disease (Covid-19) Pandemic” –International Nursing Research Conference at St Paul University

TEACHING AREAS
  • Nursing Education
  • Medical Surgical Nursing
POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION
MASTERS LEVEL :

Student’s Name: Dennis Wekulo Wekhuyi

Programme: Master of Science in Nursing

Institution:  Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Thesis Title:  “The Patterns of Morbidity and Mortality among Motorbike Accident Victims Seeking Treatment at Kitale County Hospital”

Status: Ongoing (Proposal Development)

 

Student’s Name: Tito Tabu Kwena

Programme: Master of Science in Nursing

Institution:  Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Thesis Title:  “Assessing Capacity Of Busia County Referral Hospital in the Management of  Covid-19 Infection”

Status: Ongoing (Report writing)

 

Student’s Name: Constan K. Cheramboss

Programme: Master of Medicine in Family Medicine

Institution:  Kabarak University

Thesis Title:  “Determinants of Medication Adherence among Patients with Hypertension: A Rural Cross-Sectional Study in Kenya”

Status: Ongoing (Proposal Development)

 

Student’s Name: Dorothy W. Kiongo

Programme: Master of Research and Public Policy

Institution:  şŁ˝ÇĆĆ˝â°ć

Thesis Title:  “The Influence of Free Maternity Service on Maternal Outcomes in Nakuru County”

Status: Ongoing (Proposal Development)

 

Student’s Name: Nancy Simayiai Tago

Programme: Master of Human Nutrition & Dietetics

Institution:  Kabarak University

Thesis Title:  “MATERNAL KNOWLEDGE AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS TO IRON AND FOLIC ACID SUPPLEMENTATION AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN AGED 15-49 YEARS ATTENDING NAROOSURA HEALTH CENTER NAROK SOUTH SUB COUNTY, NAROK COUNTY”

Status: Ongoing (Proposal Development)

PhD. LEVEL :

Student’s Name:  Judy Rotich

Programme: Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

Institution:  Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Thesis Title:  Utilization of Evidence-based Practice and Research among Nurses in Specialized Units at Selected Public Hospitals in Western Kenya.

Status: Ongoing (Proposal Development)

OTHER SOCIETIES

  1. External Examiners Experience/Appointments and Community Service

    1. Appointed External Examiner for Department of Nursing, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Kabarak University on 2nd July 2018 to 2nd July 2022                                                                                                                                                                                         

      Appointed External Examiner for Department of Nursing, School of Science and Technology, Alupe University College, a constituent college of Moi Univesity, on 10th September 2017 to date                                                                                                              

      Appointed External Examiner for Department of Nursing, School of Science and Technology, University of Kabianga on 2nd August 2017 to 2nd August 2021                                                                                                                                                                     

      Appointed External Examiner for Department of Nursing Education, Leadership, Management and Research, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Moi University on 2nd August 2021                                                                                                                                

      Appointed External Examiner for Department of Nursing Education, School of Social Sciences, Kaimosi Friends University College , a constituent college of Masinde Muliro of Science and Technology on 24th November 2021                                                        

      Appointed Adjunct Senior Lecturer for postgraduate programs in Nursing under School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Kabarak University on 11th November 202                                                                                                                                                                    

      Appointed as Board of Management member for AIC Tulwobmoi Secondary School by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology; State Department of Education on 3rd September 2015 to 2nd September 2018                                                                  

      Re-Appointed as Board of Management member for AIC Tulwobmoi Secondary School by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology; State Department of Education on 14th May 2019 to 13th May 2022                                                                                          

      Appointed as Board of Management Chairman for AIC Tulwobmoi Secondary School by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology; State Department of Education on 14th May 2019 to 13th May 2022                                                                                          

      Appointed as a Church Elder for Africa Inland Church-Kenya courtesy of AIC Kiamunyi Church on 9th December 2018 to serve for a period of five years.                                                                                                                                                                                        

      Appointed as a Youth Sponsor(Patron) for Africa Inland Church-Kenya courtesy of AIC Kiamunyi Church on 9th December 2018 to serve for a period of five years.

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