Practical Nurse-OPD Surgical- Surgical Clinic

Role Overview

Practical Nurse-OPD Surgical in the Surgical Clinic at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC).

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, remains responsible and accountable for individual actions, and supports 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 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.
• Gather records of patients regarding current problems, medications, and allergies, and review the medical record.

Communication and Documentation

• Ensure timely, accurate communication and complete documentation with patients, including verbal and written correspondence with the patient or the patient's representative.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding patient and family information by promoting professional interdisciplinary communication.
• Manage all timely communication and documentation relating to individual patient care as delegated by the nurse in charge.
• Ensure the Registered Nurse is informed of observations and care provided for patients and documented appropriately.
• Document and participate in the use of information technology and relevant electronic medical records.

Collaboration and Team Coordination

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in the management of effective and efficient patient-centered care in a professional manner.
• Apply relationship-building values and the principles of team dynamics to perform effectively in different team roles to plan and deliver patient- and population-centered care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable.
• Assist Registered Nurses and clerical staff in administrative duties as required.

Patient Education and Support

• Ensure patients and families are provided with comprehensive information and resources to meet their health care needs.
• Provide instruction and follow-up directions to the patient.

Outpatient and Clinic Operations

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

Safety and Quality

• Maintain a safe and secure unit environment, identify, report, and document any risks and/or incidents appropriately.
• Provide feedback on strategies to decrease costs and effective utilization of resources.

General Duties

• Complete all other tasks and duties as assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year in a similar health setting.

Educational Qualifications

• Diploma of Nursing not less than eighteen (18) months course duration.
• Current National License.
• BLS (Basic Life Support).

Desired Qualifications

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