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ORTHOPEDIC STAFF NURSE

Jobs in American Hospital Dubai

Industry Type: Private Healthcare Provider
Services: Complex Multispecialty Hospital, Research & Innovation Hub, Robotic Centre Of Excellence

Job Summary

Position Title ORTHOPEDIC STAFF NURSE
Hiring Organization American Hospital Dubai
Job Location Dubai
Base Salary AED
Job Schedule Full Time

Job Position

  • Providing care for people who have suffered from bone fractures, arthritis and a host of other bone and muscle related problems, people who have just had joint replacement surgeries, and people who suffer from degenerative diseases

Job Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks ensuring effective functioning of the area
  • Follows the chain of command in reporting incidents or concerns
  • Prioritizes workload and completes correspondence in a timely manner
  • Ensures safe working environment through strict compliance with Hospital Policy and Procedure regarding safety, infection and security
  • Demonstrates skills in assessment of patient, family’s physical and psychological needs
  • Demonstrates skill in coordination and planning of care and prioritize care based on individual needs
  • Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to render care and services based on age, appropriateness and developmental needs of patients
  • Performs nursing interventions / procedures in accordance with established standards of care and policy and procedures
  • Identifies and responds to urgent/emergency situations appropriately and directs team members in a calm, proficient manner
  • Provide Nursing Care to patient prior and post procedure
  • Book patient for appointment, procedure, or treatment according to treatment plan
  • Follow up on patient’s diagnostic tests and coordinate with physician for informing patients about their results, treatment, or if a follow up is needed with physician
  • Maintains accurate and thorough documentation as per Hospital Policies and Procedures
  • Maintains competency in use of department specific equipment necessary for the resuscitation of the patient
  • Maintain knowledge and awareness regarding department / service specific policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Demonstrates delivery of safe and appropriate nursing care according to standards of care
  • Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers, visitors and others by following hospital policy in reporting of equipment failures, safety and security issues
  • Demonstrates effective communication and good customer service skills when interacting with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families and others
  • Supports the effective functioning of unit routine, i
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  • , preparation of charts (screening); use of electronic record system, update of patient records and preparation in view of day schedule
  • Self-updating regarding internal memos and communication towards changes in clinic
  • Keep consultation rooms stocked and clean prior and after patient has been seen
  • Admits and discharges patients according to established standards
  • Organizes and prepares patient with an outpatient appointment for MRI/CT under Sedation/Analgesia
  • Administer medication, chemotherapy, infusion, blood products (whatever applicable) as per Hospital Policies and Procedures

Job Requirements

  • 3-4 year General Nursing Diploma / Degree
  • Minimum 4 years nursing care, with at least two years’ experience in Orthopedic specialityPrevious experience in a Private Healthcare institute is an asset
  • Current license to practice nursing
  • BCLS certification
  • Post graduate diploma, where applicable
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American Hospital Dubai