Nursing Assistant

Royal Health Group AE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Patient Care Assistant to support Registered Nurses in outpatient care. Responsibilities include assisting with patient observations, maintaining effective communication with patients and staff, and ensuring appropriate supplies in care areas. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a commitment to quality patient care under supervision. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative healthcare team in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist with measuring and recording patient observations.
• Maintain rapport with patients and staff.

Job description

Work within a patient care team supporting Registered Nurses in the delivery of outpatient patient care. Perform supervised patient care activities according to policies and procedures of the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• To deliver quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in collaboration with the multi professional team according to set clinical standards and relevant legislation
• Assists the nurse when measuring and recording routine observations of temperature, pulse, blood pressure, Weight and urinalysis.
• Assist patients and chaperone whilst clinical examination / procedures are being undertaken.
• Maintains an effective rapport with patients, visitors, physicians, and other members of the hospital team.
• Escort patients to other wards and departments without direct supervision.
• Assists nurses and therapists in manual handling of patients.
• Supports the nursing staff by running errands where appropriate.
• Responsible for ensuring rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to co-workers and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensures the reporting of all adverse events, incidents and near misses.
• Contributes to investigations of complaints and incidents when requested by senior staff.