Care jobs in Saudi Arabia

Follow RCMC policy and procedure

Attends annual review and performs departmental in-services.

Prepare reports

Follow dress code

Adhere to the chain of command

Perform other duties related to the work as assigned by the Manager / supervisor as needed.

Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with Vendors, Physicians and Staff.

Maintains regulatory requirements, including all national and JCI regulations.

Wears identification while on duty

Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire, safety and infection control.

Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital

Excellent attendance record.

Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.

Maintains organizational confidentiality at all times.

Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices

Resolves personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the grievance process as required.

Completes annual education requirement .

It is the duty of every employee to report any negative or abnormal or unexpected event / incident as soon as possible after its occurrence by filling the appropriate Electronic Occurrence Variance Report (eOVR).

Critical Care Nurses (ICU / CCU) provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles.

Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.

Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration medications by a licensed registered nurse

Conduct thorough assessments of critically ill patients upon admission to the ICU, including physical assessments, neurological checks, and hemodynamic monitoring. Prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures, explaining the process, obtaining consent, and addressing any questions or concerns

Conduct pre-procedure assessments, reviewing medical history, current medications, and relevant diagnostic tests to ensure patient readiness for the procedure.

Monitor patients closely during the procedure, assessing hemodynamic status, cardiac function, and response to interventions.

Administer medications as prescribed, including sedatives, analgesics, and anticoagulants, titrating doses based on patient response and physician orders.

Monitor patients post-procedure in the recovery area, assessing vital signs, neurological status, and vascular access sites for signs of complications.

Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care, communicate changes in patient status, and implement treatment plans.

Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, patient care conferences, and shift handoffs, providing comprehensive updates on patient condition, treatment responses, and care priorities

Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing education, emotional support, and guidance throughout the critical care journey, addressing their concerns and answering questions.

Manage post-procedure hemostasis at vascular access sites, applying pressure dressings and monitoring for bleeding or hematoma formation.

Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all aspects of patient care, including pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure events, and post-procedure outcomes.

Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.

Foster a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and families, involving them in care decisions, facilitating visitation, and providing updates on patient progress.

Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families during times of crisis, including end-of-life care and bereavement support.

Advocate for patients' and families' needs and preferences, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and understanding of the critical care environment

Perform regular patient rounds, assessing pain levels, neurological status, and response to treatments, documenting findings accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system

Continuously monitor patient vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and oxygenation levels, promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.

Orders, interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s condition

Takes samples for lab work, orders prescribed lab work and evaluates / interprets lab reports

Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient

Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol

Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms

Applies Hemodynamic, Phlebotomy and IV protocols

Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays, such as intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, and cardiac rhythms from cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, manometers, oxygen pumps, etc.

Monitors catheters, leads and tubing for proper placement and functioning

Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring / life support equipment shows adverse symptomatology

Acts as patient advocate by supporting the basic rights, values and beliefs of the patient

Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing education, emotional support, and guidance throughout the ICU stay, addressing their concerns and answering questions.

Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting

Float among various clinical services, where qualified and competent

Assists in the monitoring, procurement and proper inventory of supplies. Assists in maintaining equipment

Self-motivated and able to make decisions independently keeping physician, department manager and appropriate others informed and supporting hospital philosophy and decisions.

Assure timely flow of patient through department

Adheres to and promotes the established values of the organization, i.e., customer service, safety, compliance standards and all others

Follows and assists in the implementation and interpretation of policies and procedures

Monitor compliance with legislative requirements and organization polices and procedure and take appropriate action to correct any area of non-compliance

Reviews Policy & Procedure manuals on computer annually.

Attends and actively participates in meetings of committees as assigned. Assists in data collection for quality improvement

Attend 75% of all department meetings

Undertake learning and development activities to maintain competence and enhance the service provided to patients. Completes annual competencies

Supervise and provide nursing students, opportunities to observe and learn. "Participate in the training (Saudi ICU Nursing Diploma Programs) process for trainees within the rules of the training program under the supervision of the training program director.

I. Provide clinical leadership to ensure the provision of highest quality nursing care

II. Promote a progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research and evidence based practice

III. Acting as a role model and expert clinical practitioner

IV. Supervise and teach trained staff and health care assistants

V. To assist in the safe, effective and efficient management of the department within allocated resources

VI. To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of the Head Nurse / Charge Nurse

VII. Supervise and provide nursing students, opportunities to observe and learn. "Participate in the training (Saudi ICU Nursing Diploma Programs) process for trainees within the rules of the training program under the supervision of the training program director.

44.Equipment and Machinery :

The ICU staff nurse is expected to have knowledge of all equipment used in the area, however may not have daily clinical involvement.

Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Minimum of 5 years post graduate nursing
• Fluent in English& Arabic
• Physical Fit
• Ability to detect deviations from norm and provide ongoing assessment of patient
• Ability to assess and explain Neuro, Cardiac, Pulmonary, GI etc. status
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques
• Ability to maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures, and medications administered.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient data

Has knowledge of the following procedures and ability to perform :

• Arterial line sampling and monitoring
• Nursing responsibilities for patient on ventilator
• Accurate CVP read
• Defibrillation – adult
• Airway management – adult
• Code care
• Malignant hyperthermia
• Assists with CVP placement and epidurals

Clearly demonstrates the knowledge necessary to provide care to patients with :

• Potential for respiratory dysfunction
• Alterations in cardiac output
• Alterations / changes in hydration status
• Alterations in core temperature
• Altered LOC
• Pain management in the post- operative phase
• Demonstrate competence in caring for patients immediately following an anesthetic (general, sedation or regional) surgery or any procedure that has the potential to produce life threatening complications
• Basic computer skills
• Effective skills working with a diverse patient population
• Effective team working skills
• Effective communication skills
• Effective interpersonal Skills
• Able to prioritize and organize time efficiently
• Flexible
• Critical Thinker