Outpatient Department Staff Nurse

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc.; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc. is seeking a qualified Staff Nurse for the Outpatient Department in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and at least two years of clinical experience, with a focus on outpatient care.

As a Staff Nurse, you will demonstrate advanced nursing knowledge, work collaboratively with medical teams, and serve as a resource within the department. This is an excellent opportunity to lead nursing initiatives that improve patient quality and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience post qualification.
• Minimum of one year experience in Outpatient Department area.
• Current and in good standing Nursing License/Registration (RN).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced nursing knowledge and clinical competence in the Outpatient Department.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
• Act as an expert educational resource for clinical staff.

Skills

Advanced nursing knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Patient advocacy

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Summary

Within the mission, vision and values of Staff Nurse Clinic – Outpatient Department area, in close collaboration with medical and other healthcare team members demonstrates advanced nursing knowledge and applies this knowledge to the assessment, diagnosis, delivery and design of nursing care and interventions in the Staff Nurse Clinic – Outpatient Department area. Function under a collaborative management model where Medicine and Nursing jointly participate in decisions.

Education/Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Experience Post-Qualifications:

• Minimum Two (2) years of clinical experience post qualification
• Minimum One (1) year in Outpatient Department area

License:

Current and in good Standing Nursing License/Registration (RN) to practice in country of residence

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate advanced nursing knowledge and clinical competence in the Staff Nurse Clinic – Outpatient Department
• Act as an advisor and resource person within the Staff Nurse Clinic – Outpatient Department
• Work in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team within the remit of the Registered Nurse (RN) license, to provide advanced nursing care, including nurse led clinics.
• Act as an advisor and resource person for current evidence-based nursing practice information in the Staff Nurse Clinic – Outpatient Department
• Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills with patients, their families and all members of the healthcare team.
• Function as a patient advocate.
• Maintain documentation and record keeping that verify activities according to department guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of all records, reports and results related to the Staff Nurse Clinic – Outpatient Department
• Act as an expert educational resource for clinical staff and actively participate in teaching and mentoring of nursing, and multidisciplinary team in the Staff Nurse Clinic – Outpatient Department
• Participate in research activities and ensure dissemination of relevant researches and best practice guidelines.
• Assess patient/family educational needs and readiness to learn, and patient/family discharge planning needs utilizing appropriate resources.
• Demonstrate respect, compassion and cultural sensitivity to patients/families, other hospital employees, students and faculty.
• Advocate for excellence in patient care and patient rights.
• Lead and participate in the development of nursing initiatives or educational program that are aimed at improving patient quality and experience.
• Undertake clinical audit and clinical research that contribute to the development of knowledge and enhancement of nursing practice.
• Comply with and participate in Quality Improvement Projects and activities.
• Maintain infection control measures.
• Participate in the evaluation of systems and programs to maximize patient outcomes and cost effectiveness in the Nurse Educator Administration area
• Make recommendations for changes based on evidence-based practice and practice guidelines.
• Lead, develop and review policies, procedure, clinical practice guidelines and provide recommendations for system development.
• Serve as a professional role model, consultant and educator.
• Develop and utilize professional collegial networking, hospital employees, students and faculty.
• Assume responsibility for own actions, decisions and behaviors.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of duties requiring a minimum amount of supervision or guidance.
• Perform other job related duties.