Nurse In Charge - NICU

Overview

Job Description

Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• These must be upheld in accordance with the UAE Code of Conduct, Scope of Practice and licensure as per the regulator.
• The post holder will:
• Always speak up if safety is a concern
• Treat all patients with kindness, respect and compassion.
• Recognize and work within the limits of their own competence
• Take responsibility for their own actions
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure patients receives the safest, most effective care possible.
• Perform additional duties when required

Education And Training

• Ensure relevant training and competency is undertaken to deliver care safely
• Maintain up-to-date mandatory training requirements.
• Follow and comply with the NMC Nurse Competency Matrix / Framework, relevant to their role profile.
• Perform essential life support as per regulatory requirements and scope such as but not limited to Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation etc.
• Participate in the development of standards, procedures and protocols.
• Facilitate evidence-based practice.
• Promote change in nursing practice when required.
• Take a proactive role under the guidance of Nursing Management/Nursing Education in training, education and CQI activities of nursing staff.
• Promote a safe learning environment.
• Identify opportunities for improvement.
• Perform other professional duties as may be assigned within his/her scope and ability.

Qualifications Essential

• the post holder must
• Have evidenced experience in managing teams
• Be able to influence and implement change when necessary
• Be able to make decisions and communicate effectively
• Have an appropriate license to work as a registered nurse in the relevant regulatory health authority with all the qualifications and experience these mandates.
• Manage their own professional re-licensure.
• Have valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider card.
• Be willing to work across departments when necessary.
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written)