Assistant Head Nurse, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Aga Khan University; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institute in Karachi is seeking an Assistant Head Nurse for its Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The role involves managing patient care, mentoring nursing staff, and ensuring high-quality nursing practices. Candidates should possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, certifications in emergency care, and relevant experience in a clinical setting. This position is crucial for maintaining excellence in patient care within the hospital.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a recognized institution; Master's preferred with current registration.
• At least two years of nursing experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to assess, plan, and manage patient care independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective patient care management through assessment and monitoring.
• Plan nursing care and oversee clinical documentation.
• Mentor and train nursing staff and students.

Skills

Patient care management

Critical assessment

Effective communication

Leadership and mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NRP provider certification

Safe Medication Administration certification

Intravenous Cannulation certification

Procedural sedation certification

Job description

Assistant Head Nurse, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Entity

Aga Khan University Hospital

Location

Introduction

The Aga Khan University Hospital is a not-for-profit healthcare institute that offers all medical services to their patients under one roof. In addition to the tertiary care hospital in Karachi, AKUH has a network of 4 secondary care hospitals, 30+ Medical Centres, and over 290+ Clinical Laboratories, 30+ Pharmacies in over 120+ cities across Pakistan. It also offers Home Healthcare Services and home deliveries of medicines. The Hospital provides Zakat for those patients who are eligible, and the health systems offers generous Patient Welfare to support those in financial need. In recognition of its high quality and patient safety, the AKUH is accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) as an Academic Medical Centre and its Clinical Laboratories are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) for fast and accurate testing.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible to:

• ensure effective patient care management by assessing patients critically, participating in patient care rounds with physician to monitor the quality of the patient care/ environment, responding quickly and appropriately in conflict or crisis in patient care areas and ensure all reportable cases are communicated to HN nurse manager verbally and through shift reports
• plan nursing care and health teaching for patients according to theirs need, ensure completion of nursing assessment for all patients by assigned staff in line with standards procedures, and order to report patients’ condition accurately to the physicians / supervisor
• participate actively in quality improvement projects / nursing research projects / special projects at unit level
• periodically review nursing documentation of patient care of delegated area
• allocate assignment on a regular-basis,in emergency situations and/or during weekend / public holiday, to team members based on their skills and experience for adequate staffing coverage for patient care management
• assess nursing staff’s learning needs, offer suggestion and materials for students’ experience in order to enhance their clinical learning experience in patientcare areas
• provide mentorship to staff and students, and reinforce the unit philosophy and goals to all staffs.

Requirements

You should have:

• bachelors degree in Nursing from a recognized school of nursing, preferably a Masters degree in the same along with current registration from Pakistan Nursing Council
• certification in Basic Life Support, ACLS, PALS, NRP provider, Safe Medication Administration, Intravenous Cannulation and procedural sedation
• at least two years’ experience as a nurse
• ability to assess, plan and manage patient care with expertise as per protocols
• familiarity and exposure to the concept of Quality Improvement of Nursing Practice
• sound clinical knowledge and management competencies
• excellent interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills and ability to meet stringent deadlines
• ability to effectively work in shifts as well as independently.

To Apply

Please Click Here to apply online. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications should be submitted latest byMay 23, 2024