Registered Nurse - Gastroenterology

King's College; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

King's College in Dubai seeks a Gastroenterology Motility and Procedure Nurse (RN) to provide expert care in performing GI motility and procedural tests. This specialized role involves collaborating with gastroenterologists throughout the patient journey, ensuring exceptional care and accuracy of diagnostic tests.

Qualified candidates must have a UAE Medical Health Authority license, a nursing degree, and at least 2 years of experience in a hospital setting. The nurse will perform various responsibilities including patient education, monitoring vital signs, and administering tests.

Qualifications

• Must hold a UAE Medical Health Authority License (DHA).
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or equivalent with at least two years of study.
• Experience working in a hospital or similar healthcare setting for at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform gastrointestinal motility studies and ensure optimal equipment functioning.
• Administer breath tests as per protocols.
• Educate patients on procedure preparation and dietary modifications.
• Monitor patients' wellbeing throughout procedures.

Skills

Patient education

Technical expertise

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or equivalent

UAE Medical Health Authority License (DHA)

Job description

The Gastroenterology Motility and Procedure Nurse (RN) is a specialized Registered Nurse who is an expert in performing and managing a variety of sophisticated gastrointestinal (GI) motility and procedural tests. This role encompasses the entire patient journey, from initial education and preparation for the actual procedure and subsequent post- procedure care. The nurse collaborates closely with gastroenterologists and other members of the healthcare team to ensure patients receive exceptional, patient- focused care and the diagnostic tests yield the most accurate and reliable results. This specialized role requires a blend of technical expertise, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient well- being.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with gastrointestinal motility studies, including oesophageal manometry, pH impedance, anorectal manometry, rectal compliance, and sensation testing.
• Ensure correct technique application and optimal functioning of all motility and diagnostic equipment.
• Administer breath tests, including Glucose/Lactulose Breath Tests and Gastric Emptying Breath Tests, in accordance with approved protocols.
• Provide pre- and post-procedure support for Colon Capsule Endoscopy and Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy, including bowel preparation verification and data processing for physician interpretation.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and physical and emotional wellbeing throughout procedures and recovery.
• Identify and respond promptly to complications or adverse reactions, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, preparation requirements, dietary modifications, and medication adjustments.
• Coordinate with referring physicians to verify orders, review patient history, ensure test appropriateness, and manage appointment scheduling efficiently.
• Perform any additional duties reasonably assigned by the organization or line manager, even if not explicitly listed in this job description, to meet operational needs and support specific objectives of your department and organization
• Comply with all organizational and departmental policies, procedures, legal requirements, and applicable regulations at all times, and take personal responsibility to read, understand, follow and keep updated with the latest versions.
• Avoid and report any actions that may cause financial loss, reputational damage, or breach of trust to the organization, including fraud, dishonesty, or misrepresentation, which may result in disciplinary action, termination, and legal liability.
• Maintain confidentiality of all organizational, patient, client, and employee information in accordance with policies and laws.

Qualifications

• UAE Medical Health Authority License (DHA).
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or Degree in Nursing (minimum two years course duration) And Registration as a Registered Nurse from Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia.
• Has worked in hospital or similar setting for at least 2 years.