Paediatrics Nursing Lead & Care Quality Champion

Aga Khan University; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Aga Khan University in Pakistan is seeking an Assistant Head Nurse in the Department of Paediatrics to lead nursing teams, coordinate patient care, and uphold high clinical standards. The role emphasizes mentorship and collaboration with physicians to ensure safe, quality care.

Requirements include a Baccalaureate in Nursing, current Pakistan Nursing Council registration, several certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, Safe Medication Administration, IV cannulation, sedation), at least two years

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate in Nursing degree from a recognized school; Masters preferred.
• Current registration with Pakistan Nursing Council.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, Safe Medication Administration, IV cannulation, and procedural sedation.
• At least two years’ nursing experience.
• Ability to assess, plan and manage patient care per protocols.
• Familiarity with the concept of QINP.
• Sound clinical knowledge and management competencies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work shifts and independently.

Responsibilities

• effective patient care management by assessing patients critically, participating in patient care rounds with physician to monitor quality of 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 and in emergency situation and/or during weekend and public holiday , to team members based on their skill and experience for adequate staff care for patient care management
• assess nursing staff learning needs, offer suggestion and materials for students’ experience, in order to enhance their clinical learning experience on the wards
• provide mentorship for staff/ students and reinforce the unit philosophy and goals to all staffs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Shift flexibility

Clinical assessment & planning

Mentorship

Education

Baccalaureate in Nursing

Masters in Nursing

Job description

Aga Khan University in Pakistan is seeking an Assistant Head Nurse in the Department of Paediatrics to lead nursing teams, coordinate patient care, and uphold high clinical standards. The role emphasizes mentorship and collaboration with physicians to ensure safe, quality care.

Requirements include a Baccalaureate in Nursing, current Pakistan Nursing Council registration, several certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, Safe Medication Administration, IV cannulation, sedation), at least two years