19 Oct
Asterix Communications
Abu Dhabi
Job Description
Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care given to patients in an effective and organized manner in the Inpatient ward. Performs initial assessment and reassessment of patients in the department.
Demonstrates knowledge of electronic fetal monitoring using CTG and central monitoring system (ie OB TV). Is able to provide a high standard of care to all Specialties that falls within the hospitals scope of practice.
Initiates Intravenous Therapy as per Doctors orders. Demonstrates skills in routine care for newborns, rooming in with mothers. Facilitates medical assistance and provides patient care in emergency situations.
Participates in emergency code drills and performs when necessary.
Acts as Team Leader in the absence of the Charge Nurse and is able to delegate tasks as per skills and scope of practice.
Demonstrates knowledge in caring for patients admitted for induction of labor. Monitors early progress of laboring mothers before transferring to labor ward, interprets fetal heart rate and notifies Physician when appropriate for progress or problems.
Follows IV protocols as per hospital policy/guidelines. Performs post-partum care of mother, performs fundal massage and monitors vital signs, blood loss as needed and promotes newborn/parent bonding.
Performs the Appropriateness review of medications before preparing and administering medications as required. Responsible for coordinating with the Obstetrician, Neonatologist / Pediatrician and other allied workers to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Prepares mothers for cesarean sections and provides pre-operative and post-operative care to all patients requiring surgical procedures. Actively promotes and assists mothers with breastfeeding,
basic newborn care and patient education.
Has skills and knowledge on collection of specimens, bloods for diagnostic testing and critical values. Knowledge on ordering blood products and monitors patients when receiving blood products.
Knowledge of Obstetric emergencies, nursing management and care as per protocols. Provides appropriate health education to patients and their family.
Performs nursing procedures with attention to accuracy, patient safety and comfort, including those requiring strict aseptic technique.
Qualifications
1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing/Diploma in Nursing.
2. Current license in country of origin and with HAAD license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
3. Minimum 2 years nursing experience after completing qualification.
4.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
5. Ability to work flexible shifts.
6. Ability to review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational requirements.
7. Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous improvement.
8. Excellent command of oral and written English; Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.
9. Possess a 'can do' and flexible approach.
10. Ability to demonstrate highly developed communication and organizational skills at all levels.
11. Ability to multi-task within the team and possess interpersonal and good communication skills.
12.
Ability to provide compassionate care that is respectful to patients' cultural preferences while keeping in line with regulating bodies (HAAD, JCI).
13. Knowledge of computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
14. Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and in a team within a complex clinical setting.
15. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of confidentiality policy.
16. Ability to demonstrate self-directed thinking, continued proficiency and initiative in problem solving when providing patient care in the clinical setting.
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▶️ Registered Nurse - OB/Gyne and Pediatric IP
🖊️ Asterix Communications
📍 Abu Dhabi