Caregiver

Role Overview

Caregiver at NMC Healthcare. This role delivers direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nursing Staff in a clinical healthcare setting.

Role Purpose

Deliver safe and timely patient care and support, including assistance with activities of daily living, mobility, emotional support, and participation in therapeutic activities to enhance patient recovery and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Support

• Deliver patient care and service which is safe and timely under the direct supervision of Registered Nursing Staff.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Perform manual handling tasks, such as patient transfers and mobility, based on competency and experience.
• Provide assistive care to tracheostomized patients under the direction of a registered nurse, ensuring proper training and updated competencies.
• Engage in play activities with pediatric patients under the supervision and guidance of licensed nurses and therapists, where appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, provide emotional support, and relay pertinent information to nursing staff.
• Support patients during physical, occupational, or speech therapy sessions as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Participate in patients' social activities to enhance their quality of life.
• Assist patients and their families with housekeeping, laundry services, food preparation, and errands as needed.

Clinical Operations

• Support the escort of patients within the clinical setting.
• Monitor and promptly report any changes or concerns in patients' conditions to licensed nursing staff.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms and ensure a safe environment conducive to recovery.
• Stock patient rooms with appropriate supplies and ensure medical equipment is cleaned and maintained as required.

Safety & Quality

• Respond promptly to emergency situations and initiate assistance following established policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and escalate accordingly reflective of the chain of command.
• Contribute to performance improvement and continuous quality improvement initiatives within the healthcare setting.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned within his/her scope and ability.
• Be willing to work across departments when necessary.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum qualification: Certification in Nursing Assistant (minimum 6-month course) or a Nursing graduate without a home country license.
• One year working experience in a healthcare environment.
• Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider qualification.

Skills & Competencies

• Communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written).
• Communicate effectively in Arabic (desirable).