Staff Nurse (Paediatric Ward)

Bukit Tinggi Medical Centre; Klang City; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical center in Klang City is looking for a healthcare professional to provide comprehensive care to children and adolescents. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, supporting families, and managing growth and development issues. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in pediatric nursing practices and be able to assist in various medical procedures while addressing the patients' emotional and psychosocial needs. Join our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our young patients.

Qualifications

• Knowledge on growth and development of children.
• Hands-on skills in pediatric assessment.
• Understanding of medical conditions in pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare to children and adolescents.
• Monitor and record patient vitals.
• Assist physicians in pediatric care procedures.
• Prepare dietary plans for malnourished children.

Skills

Patient care

Emotional support

Growth and development knowledge

Assessment skills

Medical knowledge in pediatrics

Nursing care

Monitoring vitals

Diet planning

Device and equipment use

Job description

1. To provide health care to children (above 1 month old) and adolescents. Play an important role in supporting adolescent patients and their families by explaining treatment options, patient’s conditions, and providing emotional support.

2. To have in depth knowledge on growth and development, needs and problems of normal children under various stages of development.

3. To have hands on skill on the assessment of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and adolescent.

4. To have knowledge and understanding of various medical and surgical disease conditions common in paediatric groups.

5. To provide basic nursing care to paediatric patients based on their individual needs.

6. To assist the physician in assessment, reassessment, and performance of various procedures pertaining to paediatric care.

7. To monitor and record the vitals.

8. To have expertise in formula preparation and diet planning and education for malnourished children.

9. To be skillful in taking care of children undergoing various surgical interventions.

10. To meet the psycho-social needs and demands of children.

11. To have knowledge and skill on the use of various devices and equipment’s: oxygen tents, infusion and syringe pumps, defibrillators, etc.

12. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager of the unit