School Nurse

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education in Dubai seeks a qualified School Nurse to provide first aid and medical care for students and staff, maintain confidential records, and monitor immunization compliance in line with MOH requirements. The role requires interaction with parents, healthcare providers, and school leadership, plus participation in events to support campus health and safety.

The ideal candidate has a BSc in Nursing (or 3-Year General Nursing Certificate), MOH license (preferred), and at least 2 years of

Qualifications

• Registered nursing degree; MOH license preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Up-to-date knowledge of healthcare practices and regulations.
• Excellent English communication, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and immediate medical care to students and staff.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student medical records.
• Monitor student immunization compliance per Ministry of Health requirements.
• Promote health, safety, hygiene, and wellbeing across the school campus.
• Support implementation of school health policies and procedures.
• Liaise with parents, healthcare providers, and school leadership as required.
• Attend school events and activities to provide medical support.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and school policies.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Calm under pressure

Collaborative approach

Education

BSc in Nursing or 3-Year General Nursing Certificate

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and immediate medical care to students and staff.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student medical records.
• Monitor student immunization compliance in line with Ministry of Health requirements.
• Promote health, safety, hygiene, and wellbeing across the school campus.
• Support the implementation of school health policies and procedures.
• Liaise with parents, healthcare providers, and school leadership when required.
• Attend school events and student activities to provide medical support.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health regulations and school policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognized and approved BSc in Nursing or 3-Year General Nursing Certificate.
• Ministry of Health license (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current healthcare practices and regulations.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• A caring, proactive, and collaborative approach to supporting students and staff.

If you are committed to creating a safe and healthy learning environment, we'd love to hear from you.