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About the Role
GEMS Education is seeking a School Nurse to provide first aid and medical care, maintain student records, monitor immunization compliance, and promote health and wellbeing on campus.
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Responsibilities
- Provide first aid and immediate medical care to students and staff
- Maintain accurate and confidential student medical records
- Monitor student immunization compliance in line with Ministry of Health requirements
- Promote health, safety, hygiene, and wellbeing across the school campus
- Support the implementation of school health policies and procedures
- Liaise with parents, healthcare providers, and school leadership when required
- Attend school events and student activities to provide medical support
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health regulations and school policies
Requirements
- Recognized and approved BSc in Nursing or 3 Year General Nursing Certificate
- Ministry of Health license (preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role
- Up to date knowledge of current healthcare practices and regulations
- Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken)
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency situations
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Job Description
- School Nurse position at GEMS Education in Dubai.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide first aid and immediate medical care to students and staff.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student medical records.
- Monitor student immunization compliance in line with Ministry of Health requirements.
- Promote health, safety, hygiene, and wellbeing across the school campus.
- Support the implementation of school health policies and procedures.
- Liaise with parents, healthcare providers, and school leadership when required.
- Attend school events and student activities to provide medical support.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health regulations and school policies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Recognized and approved BSc in Nursing or 3 Year General Nursing Certificate.
- Ministry of Health license (preferred).
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
- Up to date knowledge of current healthcare practices and regulations.
- Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
- A caring, proactive, and collaborative approach to supporting students and staff.
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