Registered Nurse - Pediatric Ward

NMC Healthcare

1mo ago

Job
Full-time
Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Healthcare
Abu Dhabi

AI generated summary

You must have a relevant nursing license, basic life support certification, strong English communication skills, clinical interest, and willingness to collaborate across departments. Arabic is desirable.
You will provide direct patient care, manage medication, maintain records, assist in emergencies, ensure safety, and comply with hospital policies while supporting patient and family needs.

Requirements

Have an appropriate license to work as a nurse in the relevant regulatory health authority (DoH, DHA) with all the qualification and experience this mandates.
Manage their own professional revalidation
Have basic life support 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)
DESIRABLE: The post holder should have:
Evidenced experience/expertise in the clinical field in which they are employed
Evidenced ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Organizational and administrative skills with which to use the HIS platform for clinical documentation
Be able to communicate effectively in Arabic

Responsibilities

The post holder will always put the health, wellbeing and safety of their patient first as they assess, plan, implement and evaluate their needs.
Provides direct care and related duties in ward and maintains current knowledge of patient care nursing practice and standards.
Plans, implements and evaluates nursing care given to assigned patient in an effective and organized manner.
Provides for the physical, psychological and social needs of the patient and families.
Provides comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative nursing care to all surgical patients.
Predominant role in preparation, administration and documentation of medication.
Performs a wide range of nursing procedures with attention to accuracy, patient safety and comfort, including those requiring strict aseptic technique.
Assists with transfer of patients within the health care facilities and serves as transport nurse for patients during ambulance transport.
Demonstrates competency in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and participates as a member of Code Blue hospital wide.
Maintains and updates all relevant patient documentation / medical records as per hospital policy and procedure.
Follows the reporting mechanisms / chain of command in the nursing services department. All patient care issues shall be correctly and promptly reported.
Demonstrates an economical approach to the utilization of equipment’s and supplies while assisting the head nurse to maintain an appropriate ward stock.
Takes responsibility for the unit in the absence of the Charge Nurse as assigned.
Responds to external disaster (Code Black) as per hospital protocol.
Responsible for checking the crash cart as per the checklist.
Responsible for maintaining inventory checklist of medications including high alert medications and narcotics as per hospital policy.
Responsible for maintaining inventory checklist of Hazmat items including MSDS as per hospital policy.
Ensures preventative and ongoing maintenance of equipment is carried out, reporting all failures or deficiencies through appropriate department head.
Demonstrates strict adherence to all hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrates sound knowledge and participates in fire safety, patient safety, infection control and the other necessary precautions as per hospital policy.
Takes responsibility for professional clinical practice and is actively involved in updating and continuing education.
Performs any other assigned responsibilities as identified by the Charge Nurse / Supervisor / Nursing Administrator.
Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements.
Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities.
Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports.
Comply with Waste management procedures and policies.
Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs.
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Ward?

The main responsibility is to always prioritize the health, wellbeing, and safety of patients by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating their needs.

What are the core values upheld by NMC Healthcare nurses?

The core values are Safety, Excellence, Ethics, Trust, and Collaboration.

Is prior experience required for this nursing position?

While it is not mandatory, evidenced experience in the clinical field is desirable.

What qualifications are necessary for this nursing role?

The post holder must have an appropriate license to practice nursing in the relevant regulatory health authority and must manage their own professional revalidation.

Are there specific training requirements for this position?

Yes, nurses must have a basic life support qualification within the past 24 months and should attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs.

Do nurses have responsibilities regarding patient documentation?

Yes, nurses are responsible for maintaining and updating all relevant patient documentation and medical records according to hospital policy.

Is knowledge of the HIS platform required for this role?

Organizational and administrative skills to effectively use the HIS platform for clinical documentation are desirable.

How important is communication in this nursing position?

Clear and effective communication in English (spoken and written) is essential, and the ability to communicate in Arabic is considered desirable.

What should a nurse do in the absence of the Charge Nurse?

The post holder takes responsibility for the unit in the absence of the Charge Nurse as assigned.

Are there specific emergency procedures that nurses should be familiar with?

Yes, nurses must be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures and should respond to external disasters as per hospital protocol.

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