Registered Nurse (Sharjah, UAE)

Job Purpose

Key Result Responsibilities

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
• Assess vital signs and takes samples as indicated, prepares appropriate instruments for examination or procedures
• Prepare patients for GP consultation and assists GP in conducting regulatory medicals and screening medicals as required accordance to standards and procedures
• Operate diagnostic machines and perform nursing procedures such as monitoring & administrating oral & I/M medications & I/V infusions, dressing changes, blood pressure measurements, finger stick blood glucose testing, ECG, spirometry, ear lavage etc.
• Provide instant medical care in emergencies
• Collaborate with physicians to devise individualized care plans for patients
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all tests results into the medical information system/records prior to the patient seeing the doctor and alert the doctor of any irregularities in tests performed.
• Actively participate in clinical audits
• Practice Infection Control principles in everyday practice; Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)

• Valid MOH License

• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and database systems.
• Fluent in English Language (Arabic is a plus), verbal and written

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a registered Nurse in primary care and nursing practices
• Ability to work 24-hour shift pattern/ roster
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and be good team player within the Medical Centre

• Good Health & Fitness

• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods & procedures and emergency care
• Good verbal & written communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times