Charge Nurse

Antal International Network - IME; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Nurse to oversee nursing staff and ensure high standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and at least five years of relevant experience, including leadership roles. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, conducting quality audits, and participating in patient care. This position supports the mission and objectives of the nursing department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from accredited school.
• Current License of practice from country of origin.
• Minimum of five years post-registration experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess unit needs and available resources for shifts.
• Mentor and precept Nursing Staff including trainees.
• Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Effective communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview

1.2 Responsible for: All Nursing Staff of assigned area

1.3 Liaises with: Nursing staff and multidisciplinary team

Job Summary

2.1 a. Assesses unit needs and available resources for current and incoming shifts.

c. Assesses implements and evaluates quality of care.

d. Mentors and precepts to all Nursing Staff including trainees and students.

e. Direct patient care by working as a team leader and a team member.

f. Act on behalf of or in the absence of Head Nurse.

Duties and Responsibilities

3.1 Uphold philosophy, mission, vision, goals and objectives of the Nursing Department and PSMMC.

3.2 Identify patient acuity and determine nursing care needs and availability of staff.

3.3 Establish partnership, facilitating team building and works collaboratively with other healthcare team member

3.4 Promote staff development through education and training based on identified needs.

3.5 Ensure that standards of care, policies and procedures are effectively and safely practices.

3.6 Participates in the clinical audits and quality improvement projects.

3.7 Support and guides pull-out staff allocated to the area.

3.8 Establish healthy and safe working environment.

3.9 Participate in direct patient-care working as a team member and promote highest standards of evidence-based practice.

3.10 Raise the morale of the nursing team by:

Recognize and value contributions from the individual within the ward and provides clinical support.

3.11 Ensure patients and staff confidentiality.

3.12 Facilitate in ordering, following, receiving and distribution of supplies and collaboration in inventories.

3.14 Arrange for continuing outpatient services and home care referral as needed.

3.15 Actively participate in the orientation, promotion and retention of staff:

Supervises trainees and student nurses

3.16 Observe and respect patients' Bill of Rights and responsibilities.

3.18 Practices culture of safety.

3.19 Report wrong practice of nursing care to his/her chain of command.

3.20 Lead in performance improvement activities and utilizes data to develop action for improvement, evaluation and documentation of outcomes.

3.21 Assume responsibility within the scope of practice.

3.22 Perform other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of the employees knowledge, skills and abilities.

Education / Licensure

4.1 Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) from accredited school or University.

4.2 Essential: Current License of practice from country of origin with current Saudi Council Registration as Specialist.

4.3 Desirable: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

4.4 Desirable: Current License of practice from country of origin with current Saudi Council Registration as a Senior Specialist.

Professional Experience

5.1 Essential: For Bachelor's Degree holder: Minimum of five (5) years post registration experience, at least two (2) years must be spent in the relevant specialty. For Master's Degree holder: Two (2) years' experience.

5.2 Essential: Successfully completes generic and unit specific competencies in the designated area of specialty.

Specialized Knowledge

6.1 Essential: Knowledge related to the specialty and licensure.

6.2 Desirable: Evidence of skills leadership.

Personal Qualities

7.1 Essential: Professional. Friendly and ward demeanor with effective

7.2 Desirable: Ability to change focus given added demands and/or new