Staff Nurse-Burns Clinic - OPD

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse to provide exceptional patient care. In this role, you will coordinate nursing care, support patients and families, and promote healthy lifestyles. Your expertise in assessment and evidence-based practices will be essential in developing individualized care plans and ensuring effective communication across the healthcare team. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional growth and patient-centered care, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor of Nursing and a valid RN license.
• Strong assessment and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Implement care plans and coordinate with the healthcare team.
• Promote health education and evaluate patient progress.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Communication

Leadership

Evidence-based Practice

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Registered Nurse License

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Staff Nurse is responsible for coordinating nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education, and transitions of care. They support professional nursing practice across the continuum of care to meet patient and family needs. The Staff Nurse understands, supports, and promotes the mission, vision, and values of SSMC; provides age-appropriate patient care according to the Nursing Scope of Practice as defined by the regulatory body; and adheres to the Professional Nurses Code of Conduct for Abu Dhabi and UAE.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assessment and Diagnosis: Collects and analyzes assessment data to determine diagnoses/issues, including physical, psychosocial, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs. Uses evidence-based assessment techniques, validates findings with the patient, family, and healthcare team, and documents data in compliance with guidelines.
2. Planning and Outcomes Identification: Identifies expected outcomes and develops a culturally appropriate, individualized plan of care involving patient, family, and healthcare team. Applies evidence-based practices, modifies plans based on ongoing assessment, and documents measurable goals using standardized language.
3. Implementation and Coordination of Care Delivery: Implements the care plan in partnership with the patient and team, performs treatments and procedures per protocols, administers medications, documents all care components, and communicates effectively across care levels.
4. Health Teaching and Promotion: Uses appropriate teaching strategies, promotes healthy lifestyles and self-management, seeks feedback, and documents health education efforts.
5. Evaluation: Assesses progress towards outcomes, involves the patient and team in evaluation, revises care plans as needed, and ensures comprehensive handover and documentation.
6. Evidence-based Practice and Research: Incorporates current evidence and research into practice, participates in research activities, shares findings, and contributes to performance improvement projects.
7. Leadership: Demonstrates leadership as a role model, coordinates activities, supervises staff and students, participates in organizational decision-making, and promotes a safe, organized work environment.