Assistant Nurse

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides patient-centred care by assisting with the assessment, intervention, and evaluation of patient health under the supervision of a Staff Nurse. Supports activities of daily living, monitors and reports changes in health, documents care, and communicates with the healthcare team. Measures vital signs, assists with routine procedures, maintains cleanliness, ensures patient safety, and adheres to legal and ethical standards. Engages in professional development, contributes to team learning, participates in quality improvement initiatives, and supports patients' families and visitors as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides patient-centred nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse in the department.
• Assists with assessing, intervening, and evaluating patient health and functional status.
• Supports patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
• Monitors and reports changes in the health and functional status of patients to the Registered Nurse.
• Maintains ongoing communication with the healthcare team regarding patient care.
• Provides relevant healthcare information and support to patients and their families.
• Practices within the legal and ethical framework established by the American Hospital Dubai and Dubai Health Authority.
• Maintains accountability for personal nursing actions and decisions.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe and effective practice environment.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and education.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to promote a culture of safety and quality care.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, and mobility.
• Provides support and comfort to patients and their families.
• Monitors and reports changes in patients’ health and functional status to the Registered Nurse.
• Measures and records vital signs such as temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respiration.
• Monitors pain levels and reports findings to the healthcare team.
• Assists with routine procedures such as blood draws.
• Follows American Hospital Dubai and Dubai Health Authority precautions and infection control protocols.
• Ensures proper disposal of contaminated waste and cleaning of equipment.
• Documents care provided and reports any changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the unit.
• Ensures patient safety through the use of proper identification practices.
• Assists in controlling and directing visitors and supporting patients' families when required.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Diploma of Nursing not less than eighteen (18) months course duration
• Current/Valid Dubai Health Authority (DHA) License
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of quality improvement, nursing standards, infection control and healthcare delivery systems. 
• Skills in hospital and unit-specific competencies related to the job required.
• Ability to speak and write in English fluently.