Nurse Unit Manager - Oncology Unit

Mediclinic International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Nursing Team Leader. The role involves providing strong leadership and managing the nursing team to ensure evidence-based, patient-centric nursing care. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, significant oncology experience, and relevant certifications. This position offers a chance to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring positive patient experiences in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years’ senior oncology nursing experience, preferably in a private hospital.
• Valid BLS and ACLS certificates required.
• ONS certification or any relevant oncology credential essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the nursing team in patient-centric nursing care.
• Ensure evidence-based care practices are followed.
• Develop employees to create an engaging environment.

Skills

Leadership

Presentation Skills

UAE Labour Law

Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office

Cost management principles

Quality management and governance standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Job description

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Closing date: 30/01/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name:Elgera Guadalquiver
Reference number: 66722
Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital| Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To lead and manage the nursing team in the provision of patient-centric and evidence based nursing care, operational efficiency and positive patient experiences

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• To provide strong leadership and management guidance to the team
• To ensure evidence based patient care practices are followed as per clinical standards
• To ensure positive patient experiences by developing employees and creating an environment that enables team engagement
• To manage allocated clinical and non-clinical resources in a cost efficient and effective manner to enhance safe patient care
• To monitor and manage compliance with legislative, regulatory and clinical standards to ensure continuous quality improvement

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognised/accredited Nursing Institute

Essential: ONS certification or any other relevant oncology credential

Desired: Master of Science in Nursing or related Healthcare field

valid BLS and ACLS certificate

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Essential: At least 3-5 years’ senior oncology nursing experience, preferably in a private hospital

Desired: 5-10 years senior oncology nursing experience

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrate the ability to implement all five (5) stages of the Scientific Nursing Process (assessment, planning, nursing diagnosis, implementation and evaluation)
• Presentation Skills
• UAE Labour Law
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office applications
• Cost management principles
• Demonstrate Nursing functional competence (Nursing practice)
• Demonstrate the ability to manage meetings effectively
• Quality management and governance standards and best practice
• Risk management principles, systems and best practice
• Skilled in the demonstration and assessment of all relevant clinical procedures
• Stock control principles and management
• UAE healthcare regulatory framework and related requirements
• Workforce planning and scheduling

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program. If you wish to grow with us, apply now and become a part of the Mediclinic Middle East Family

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