Practical Nurse-OPD Surgical- Surgical Clinic
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Job Purpose JOB DESCRIPTION The Practical Nurse provides appropriate patient care according to established care plans under the supervision from Registered Nurses in accordance with the Nursing Scope of Practice.
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Job Description
- The Practical Nurse provides appropriate patient care according to established care plans under the supervision from Registered Nurses in accordance with the Nursing Scope of Practice.
- Adheres to and promotes the professional Nurses Code of Conduct for Abu Dhabi.
- The Practical Nurse is not licensed for independent practice and remains responsible and accountable for his/her own actions.
- Understands supports and promotes the mission, vision and values of the organization.
- ****RESPONSIBILITIES****
- Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, assesses and implements nursing care for patients ensuring a patient-centered approach to care.
- Assists in the activities of daily living for patients in accordance with the patient care plan e.g. distribution of patient meals and assisting patients with hygiene needs.
- Reports any significant changes in the patient’s condition to a registered nurse-RN immediately.
- Responds to all levels of emergencies according to the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Ensure timely, accurate communication and complete documentation with patients to include verbal and written correspondence with the patient or the patient’s representative.
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in the management of effective and efficient patient- centered care in a professional manner.
- Responsible for documentation and participation in the use of information technology and relevant electronic medical records.
- Assists registered nurses - RNs and clerical staff in administrative duties as required
- Ensures patients and families are provided with comprehensive information and resources to meet their health care needs.
- Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and family information by promoting professional interdisciplinary communication
- Provides feedback on strategies to decrease costs and effective utilization of resources
- Maintains adequate inventory of examination room supplies and prepares exam rooms at the beginning and end of day and between each patient contact.
- Outpatient setting: Interact with clinic patients during the appointment time frame. Interactions with the patient may include greeting, rooming, vital signs, preparing the patient for exams or procedures, and providing instruction follow-up directions to the patient.
- Ensure exam rooms, stations and clinic areas are stocked with adequate supplies to promote efficient patient care.
- Complete all other tasks and duties as assigned by the line manager.
Accountabilities
- Apply relationship-building values and the principles of team dynamics to perform effectively in different team roles to plan and deliver patient/population-centered care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable
- Ensures the registered nurse is informed of observations and care provided for patients and documented appropriately.
- Gathers records of patients regarding current problems, medications, and allergies and reviews the medical record
- Manages all timely communication and documentation relating to individual patient care as delegated by the nurse in charge.
- Maintains a safe and secure unit environment, identify report, and document any risks and/or incidents appropriately.
- ****QUALIFICATIONS****
Required
- Minimum of 1 year in similar health setting
Desired
- N.A.
Education
- al Qualification: Required:
- Diploma of Nursing not less than eighteen (18) months course duration
• AND Current National License
- AND BLS
Desired
- ACLS, PALS relevant to the area of specialty.
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