Staff Nurse Pediatric Clinic American Hospital Dubai

A Staff Nurse – Pediatric Clinic at American Hospital Dubai performs nursing interventions / procedures in accordance with established standards of care and policy and procedures. She will demonstrate ability to prioritize tasks ensuring effective functioning of the area. The role holder will follow the chain of command in reporting incidents or concerns.

Responsibilities of Staff Nurse Pediatric Clinic

• Prioritizes workload and completes correspondence in a timely manner.
• Ensures safe working environment through strict compliance with Hospital Policy and Procedure regarding safety, infection and security.
• Identifies and responds to urgent/emergency situations appropriately and directs team members in a calm, proficient manner.
• Provides Nursing Care to patient prior and post procedure.
• Books patient for appointment, procedure, or treatment according to treatment plan.
• Follows up on patient’s diagnostic tests and coordinate with physician for informing patients about their results, treatment, or if a follow up is needed with physician.
• Maintains accurate and thorough documentation as per Hospital Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains competency in use of department specific equipment necessary for the resuscitation of the patient.
• Maintain knowledge and awareness regarding department / service specific policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Demonstrates delivery of safe and appropriate nursing care according to standards of care.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers, visitors and others by following hospital policy in reporting of equipment failures, safety and security issues.
• Demonstrates effective communication and good customer service skills when interacting with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families and others.
• Supports the effective functioning of unit routine, i.e., preparation of charts (screening); use of electronic record system, update of patient records and preparation in view of day schedule.
• Self-updating regarding internal memos and communication towards changes in clinic.
• Keep consultation rooms stocked and clean prior and after patient has been seen.
• Admits and discharges patients according to established standards.
• Organizes and prepares patient with an outpatient appointment for MRI/CT under Sedation/Analgesia.
• Administer medication, chemotherapy, infusion, blood products (whatever applicable) as per Hospital Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

Following is the selection criteria for the role of Staff Nurse Pediatric Clinic at American Hospital Dubai:

• 3-4 year General Nursing Diploma / Degree.
• Minimum 4 years nursing care, with at least two years’ experience in Pediatric speciality.
• Previous experience in a Private Healthcare institute is an asset.
• Current license to practice nursing.
• BCLS certification.
• Post graduate diploma, where applicable.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates skills in assessment of patient, family’s physical and psychological needs.
• Demonstrates skill in coordination and planning of care and prioritize care based on individual needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to render care and services based on age, appropriateness and developmental needs of patients.

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