Registered Nurse -Surgical OPD
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About the Role
Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai seeks a Registered Nurse for the Surgical OPD. You will deliver high-quality nursing care, assess patient health, administer medications, assist in procedures, and educate patients.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of patient's health, including physical examinations, vital signs, and symptom monitoring
- Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and monitor for side effects
- Provide wound care including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring for infection
- Assist physicians during medical procedures and diagnostic tests
- Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and preventive measures
- Observe and record patient conditions and report significant changes to medical team
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate care
- Adhere to infection control standards including hand hygiene, PPE use, and proper handling of hazardous materials
- Maintain accurate patient care records including observations, interventions, and responses
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent
- Minimum one year of clinical experience
- License from country of origin and license for practice as per regional health regulatory authority (e.g., SCFHS/DHA)
- BLS, ACLS and other LSTC courses as applicable
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About Us
- Fakeeh Health is a pioneering healthcare group brought to the UAE by the founders of Fakeeh Care Group, KSA.
- Fakeeh Health includes a network of patient focused facilities led by Fakeeh University Hospital, where Person Centered Care (PCC) guides both patient and employee experiences.
- Aligned with organizational values and PCC goals, we value professionals with experience in community engagement or CSR.
Job Purpose
- Responsible for delivering high quality nursing care that transforms lives through excellent evidence based practices to patients in a clinical setting.
- The role includes assessing patient health problems and needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and maintaining medical records.
- The Registered Nurse works closely with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of patient's health, including physical examinations, taking vital signs, and monitoring symptoms.
- Develops, implements, and updates individualized care plans based on patient assessments and in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Administers medications and treatments as physicians prescribe and monitor for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Provides care for wounds, including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Assists physicians and other healthcare professionals during medical procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Educates patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and preventive measures.
- Observe and record patients' conditions, including changes in symptoms or behaviors, and report any significant changes to the medical team.
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate care as needed.
- Conducts purposeful rounding for patients to ensure their needs are met, prevent complications, and improve overall care quality.
- Adhere to strict infection control standards, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
- Participate in infection control surveillance and reporting to help prevent facility acquired infection.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the patient items and equipment as per Fakeeh Care policies.
Administrative Duties
- Maintains accurate and detailed patient care records, including observations, interventions, and responses.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
- Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure that patient care is continuous and integrated.
Supportive Duties
- Provides emotional support to patients and their families, addressing concerns and offering reassurance during stressful times.
- Advocates for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring that their rights are respected, and their voices are heard.
- Participates in ongoing education and training to stay current with medical practices and advancements.
- Respect diverse cultural backgrounds and incorporate patient values and beliefs into care planning.
Additional Duties
- Oversees the work of junior staff and nursing students and provides guidance and support as needed.
- Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to provide comprehensive care.
- Identifies and addresses issues or challenges in patient care and contributes to solutions and improvements in practice.
- Other duties as assigned by the nursing manager within the scope of the job.
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills and service oriented
- Manages work pressure and teamwork skills
- Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Typing and more)
- Clerical skills (Preparing agenda and taking minutes of meetings, scanning documents, and more)
Experience
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience
- RN resident: Staff with less than one year of experience will go through the RN residency program (Fakeeh Graduate)
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent.
Licenses / Certifications
- License from the country of origin, License for practice as per the regional health regulatory authority e.g. (SCFHS / DHA), BLS, ACLS and other LSTC courses as applicable.
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