Practical Nurse-OPD Surgical- PAC Clinic

Role Overview

Practical Nurse-OPD Surgical-PAC Clinic at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), located in Abu Dhabi.

Role Purpose

The Practical Nurse provides appropriate patient care according to established care plans under the supervision of Registered Nurses in accordance with the Nursing Scope of Practice. The role adheres to and promotes the professional Nurses Code of Conduct for Abu Dhabi. The Practical Nurse is not licensed for independent practice and remains responsible and accountable for their own actions. The role understands, supports, and promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Assess and implement nursing care for patients under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care.
• Assist in the activities of daily living for patients in accordance with the patient care plan, including distribution of patient meals and assisting patients with hygiene needs.
• Report any significant changes in the patient's condition to a Registered Nurse immediately.
• Respond to all levels of emergencies according to the organization's policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely, accurate communication and complete documentation with patients, including verbal and written correspondence with the patient or the patient's representative.
• Gather records of patients regarding current problems, medications, and allergies and review the medical record.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in the management of effective and efficient patient-centered care in a professional manner.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding patient and family information by promoting professional interdisciplinary communication.
• Ensure patients and families are provided with comprehensive information and resources to meet their healthcare needs.
• Ensure the Registered Nurse is informed of observations and care provided for patients and documented appropriately.
• Manage all timely communication and documentation relating to individual patient care as delegated by the nurse in charge.

Clinical Operations

• Participate in documentation and use of information technology and relevant electronic medical records.
• Assist Registered Nurses and clerical staff in administrative duties as required.
• Maintain adequate inventory of examination room supplies and prepare exam rooms at the beginning and end of day and between each patient contact.
• Ensure exam rooms, stations, and clinic areas are stocked with adequate supplies to promote efficient patient care.
• Maintain a safe and secure unit environment, identify, report, and document any risks or incidents appropriately.

Outpatient Setting Specific

• Interact with clinic patients during the appointment timeframe, including greeting, rooming, taking vital signs, preparing the patient for exams or procedures, and providing instruction and follow-up directions to the patient.

Resource Management and Additional Duties

• Provide feedback on strategies to decrease costs and effective utilization of resources.
• Complete all other tasks and duties as assigned by the line manager.

Team Accountability

• Apply relationship-building values and the principles of team dynamics to perform effectively in different team roles to plan and deliver patient/population-centered care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year in a similar health setting.
• Diploma of Nursing not less than eighteen months course duration.
• Current National License.
• BLS (Basic Life Support).

Skills & Competencies

Desired Qualifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) relevant to the area of specialty.