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Registered Nurse - CTVS

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Dubai

AI generated summary

  • You must have a valid nursing license, basic life support & ACLS (recent), strong interest in your field, flexibility to work across departments, and effective English communication skills.
  • You will assess patients, implement care plans, administer treatments, support families, monitor vitals, assist in procedures, manage pain, ensure equipment safety, and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Requirements

  • Have an appropriate license to work as a nurse in the relevant regulatory health authority (, DHA) with all the qualification and experience this mandates.
  • Manage their own professional revalidation
  • Have basic life support & ACLS qualification (within past 24 months)
  • Have an active interest in the clinical field in which they are employed
  • Be willing to work across departments when necessary
  • Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written)

Responsibilities

  • Be responsible for providing and coordinating patient care, educating patients and the public about various health conditions, and providing advice and emotional support to patients and their family members.
  • Assess and identify patients' needs and implement and monitor the patient's medical plan and treatment. They will work with a team of physicians and other health care specialists or allied health in various settings
  • Perform systematic patient assessment and collect pertinent data about the patient’s health or situation.
  • Understand and analyze the assessment information and data
  • Determine actual and potential nursing diagnoses, problems, and issues
  • Define the predicted and expected outcomes of the patient’s planned care
  • Create and evaluate patient care plans with the medical team
  • Record vital signs, recognize and address abnormalities
  • Define the care plan in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
  • Maintain and update the technical and clinical skills related to nursing practice
  • Employ strategies to promote patients’ health and a safe environment.
  • Understand different diagnostic tests and laboratory exams
  • Perform essential life support (BLS)
  • Prepare patients for medical examination and treatment
  • Administer medications and monitor patients for any side effects and reactions
  • Administer treatments such as IV fluids or blood products and monitor patients for any reactions
  • Provide wound care management
  • Ensure that all equipment used in the clinical areas is safe to use and all in working order. Reports any defaults to the Nurse In-Charge and Biomedical Department appropriately
  • Assist in medical procedures invasive or non-invasive as needed
  • Facilitate the process of safe patient`s admission and discharge
  • Assist physicians with procedures which include but not limited to:
  • Intubation
  • Central Line insertion
  • Pigtail insertion
  • Chest Tube insertion
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Performs and assists in performing specific Nursing procedures which include but not limited to:
  • Blood transfusion
  • Care of patient on ventilator
  • Care of patient on endotracheal tube
  • Care of patient on tracheostomy
  • Administration of commonly used medications as per doctor order (Vasopressor, narcotics and controlled)
  • Blood extraction and IV insertion
  • Pre- and post-operative care
  • TPN administration and monitoring
  • Cardiac compression
  • Bag valve mask ventilation
  • Defibrillation
  • End of life care
  • Care of patients on PEG
  • Arranges for diagnostic and therapeutic service as ordered.
  • Place/send diet orders to dietary department.
  • Follows the medication administration protocol and reduces the potential for medication errors.
  • Assembles patient chart and attached required forms.
  • Adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilize appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
  • Consults physician when necessary.
  • Schedules appointment and arranges for patient transportation in other department for care of services.
  • Ensure that the equipment is clean and in good working condition prior to use.
  • Maintains controlled and narcotic drugs.
  • Completes unit forms and registers.
  • Gathers required statistics and prepares reports as required.
  • Places charges in the system.
  • Observes proper technique in the performance of all duties.
  • Makes patients rounds, evaluates patient condition.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Registered Nurse - CTVS position?

Applicants must have an appropriate nursing license to work in the relevant regulatory health authority (such as DHA) along with the necessary qualifications and experience mandated by that authority.

Is prior experience in a similar role necessary for this position?

Yes, prior experience in a clinical setting is typically expected as it ensures familiarity with the responsibilities and patient care requirements outlined in the job description.

Are there specific certifications required to apply for this job?

Yes, candidates must have Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications within the past 24 months.

Will I be required to work with other departments?

Yes, the role may require you to work across different departments as needed to provide comprehensive patient care.

How important is communication in this role?

Effective communication is crucial, as the registered nurse must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both spoken and written, with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

What is the scope of patient care responsibilities for the ICU Registered Nurse?

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, implementing and monitoring medical plans, administering medications and treatments, providing emotional support, and assisting in various medical procedures.

Will I need to manage controlled substances as part of this job?

Yes, you will be responsible for maintaining controlled and narcotic drugs appropriately as part of your nursing duties.

What is the expected patient management approach in this role?

The registered nurse is expected to assess and reassess patients' conditions, create and evaluate care plans, and employ strategies to promote health and safety in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, there is an expectation for nurses to manage their own professional revalidation and maintain up-to-date clinical skills relevant to nursing practice.

What types of procedures will I assist with in this role?

Nurses will assist with various procedures, including but not limited to intubation, central line insertion, chest tube insertion, blood transfusions, and care of patients on ventilators.

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