Nurse – OBGYN OT, NMC Royal Womens Hospital Abu Dhabi

NMC Healthcare is currently seeking passionate candidates for the job position of a Registered Nurse – OBGYN OT. The successful aspirant will be required to work at NMC Royal Womens Hospital Abu Dhabi, UAE. This job was listed by NMC on 26 October 2023 and all eligible aspirants are encouraged to apply for this role.

Purpose of A Registered Nurse – OBGYN OT

To provide compassionate and skilled healthcare to patients, promoting their well being and recovery.

Duties of A Registered Nurse – OBGYN OT

• Dons & adheres to operating room attire according to policy and procedure.
• Responsible for assessment and reassessment of patients.
• Works with the OT technician prepares room and assembles instruments & equipment based on patient’s surgical needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Correctly identifies patient and surgical site for procedures as per hospital policies.
• Thoroughly checks the pre operative checklist of patient, including completion of required diagnostic & laboratory procedures.
• Monitors and records patient’s vital signs in the pre operative area and post-operative recovery room as per hospital policy.
• Administers pre operative prophylactic antibiotics according to Doctors orders and hospital policy.
• Positions patient with the use of positional aids, maintaining circulatory, respiratory, neuromuscular homeostasis while maintaining privacy and providing maximum exposure to the operative procedure.
• Provides safety to patient, to self & the entire surgical team by completing the General surgical safety checklist e.g. Sign in, Time Out, Sign out.
• Implements correct practices for the prevention of infection by practicing strict aseptic technique & maintaining the sterile field.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient’s records. Updates all relevant documentation / medical records as per hospital policy and procedure.
• Identifies patient correctly in Post Anesthetic Care Unit.
• Attend to patient’s immediate needs and interventions; assess and manage pain as per hospital policy.
• Demonstrate competency in checking and maintain patient’s airway.
• Uses correct technique in suctioning patient as appropriately needed.
• Ensures that patients hemodynamic status is monitored as per policy.
• Understand the falls risk management and intervene as per policy for all patients at risk of falls.
• Collaborates with both surgeon and anesthetist to optimize safety of patients in her care.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Diploma in Nursing.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience.

Certification & License

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate
• Current license in country of origin and with HAAD or DHA license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Desired Skills

• Good English spoken & written, Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.
• Ability to review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous improvement.

Registered Nurse, NMC Royal Womens Hospital Abu Dhabi UAE