Surgical Nurse Practitioner jobs in United Arab Emirates

Med-Surge Nurses provide care for patients before and after surgical procedures; responsible for managing the care of patients experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures, which require general assessments related to specific conditions, and general therapies and interventions.

Patient Assessment and Care Planning

• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Formulate nursing plans and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient needs on an ongoing basis.

Medication Administration and Monitoring

• Prepare and administer medications (oral, subcutaneous, intravenous) and record prescribed medications.
• Report adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with policy and nursing standards.
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, interpreting and recording electronic displays.
• Initiate corrective action whenever patients display adverse symptomatology.

Patient Education and Communication

• Educate patients on surgical procedures and post-treatment home care needs.
• Initiate patient education plans as prescribed by physicians, teaching patients and families how to manage illness or injury.
• Ensure patients and their relatives are updated regularly with accurate, sensitive, and understandable information.

Clinical Procedures and Technical Support

• Provide bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre- and post-surgery cases.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs, and prepare equipment.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and treatments.
• Respond promptly to life‑saving situations, following nursing standards and established protocols.

Documentation and Compliance

• Record patients’ medical information, vital signs, and all care details concisely, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Deliver a high standard of evidence‑based care to patients at King’s College Hospital.
• Adhere to Dubai Health Authority (DHA) guidelines and hospital policies.
• Uphold high standards of care within the Medical and Surgical departments of King’s College Hospital.

Other Responsibilities

• 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.

Education & Qualification

• 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.

Experience

• Has worked in hospital or similar setting for at least 2 years

Training, Knowledge & Skills

• Awareness and understanding of King’s College Hospital (KCH) policies and initiatives.
• Resuscitation Certificate as per the specialty& Demonstrable ongoing and active Continues Personal Development (CPD)
• Supports quality patient care by showing empathy, maintaining patient dignity, and following proper protocols.
• Supports and guides junior team members, offering advice and assistance if required.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and discretion, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in basic computer applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with the ability to manage digital documentation and communication effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and stakeholders.
• Highly self‑motivated with strong internal work standards; sets realistic goals for self and supports others in achieving team objectives.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities, ensuring goals are met in dynamic environments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage unexpected issues and identify when to elevate.
• Maintains professional and personal credibility across all staff groups.
• Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast‑paced work environment.