Practical Nurse-Sakina-CAMHS-AD-Ward-D1A (Sec)

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SEHA is hiring a Practical Nurse for Sakina CAMHS AD Ward D1A in Abu Dhabi. This full-time onsite role requires delivering age-appropriate, patient-centred nursing under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, upholding the Professional Nurses Code of Conduct, and maintaining accurate documentation while adhering to SEHA policies and infection control standards. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor for medication indications and side effects, report changes promptly, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based care. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight supervised clinical experience, strong communication, and a commitment to learning; include your 18-month diploma in nursing, portfolio, DOH CNE units if any, and proof of mandatory trainings; align with SEHA values.

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Understands, supports and promotes the mission, vision and values of the Organization. Provides age appropriate patient care according to the Nursing Scope of Practice as defined by the regulatory body. 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 his/her own actions.
 

 

Key Responsibilities of the role Key Responsibilities of the role Corresponding Key Activities performed by the role Clinical Practice

1. To maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients, working within evidence based guidelines and unit specific competencies.
2. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, assess and implement nursing care for patients ensuring a patient centred approach to care.
3. Under the direction of the Registered nurse, assist in the activities of daily living for patients in accordance with the patient care plan e.g. distribution of patient meals and assisting patients with hygiene needs.
4. Demonstrates service excellence and acts as a patient advocate to support the patient’s dignity and rights at all times. 
5. Understands the basic indications for medications, recognizes side effects and reports to the Registered Nurse appropriately.
6. Ensures the registered nurse is informed of observations and care provided for patients and documents appropriately.
7. Reports any significant changes in the patient’s condition to a Registered Nurse immediately.
8. Responds to all levels of emergencies according to the organizations policies and procedures.

Communication

1. Demonstrates knowledge in and compliance with the completion of documentation in an appropriate timeframe according to BE policies and guidelines.
2. Demonstrates ability to navigate Malaffi accurately and efficiently within scope of practice.
3. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in the management of effective and efficient patient centred care in a professional manner.
4. Promotes and supports a collaborative practice model.
5. Communicate effectively and clearly with patients, carers and all healthcare professionals. 
6. Contributes effectively to the support of new staff, nursing students and other staff.

Performance Improvement/Risk Management

1. Understands the process of complaint management, takes action to resolve where possible and reports as per organisational policy.
2. Assist registered nurses and clerical staff in administrative duties as required
3. Ensures provision of a clean and safe working environment that minimizes risks to patients and family 
4. Identifies risk in the environment, escalates and maintains records of reporting if appropriate
5. Demonstrates knowledge of and is compliant with isolation precautions and hand hygiene
6. Is compliant with all annual mandatory Health and Safety training as per BE policy. 
7. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of International and HAAD patient safety goals.
8. Participate, contribute and implement quality assurance standards as per local guidelines

Education

1. Assess patient and family education needs, plan for and provide and evaluate outcome.
2. Assist to provide a suitable environment that supports educational needs.
3. Ensures patient and family are provided with comprehensive written information and resources to meet their health care needs.
4. Engages in health promotion activities in the healthcare organization and community.

Professional Responsibilities

 

1. Assist with the orientation of new staff and promotes a learning environment.
2. Completes mandatory and unit specific competencies and demonstrates ongoing compliance with appropriate evidence.
3. In conjunction with but not limited to the Manager / Charge Nurse / CRN, identifies own professional learning needs and develops al learning plan as required.
4. Initiates or participates in clinical research that contributes to continual improvement in standards of care.
5. Develops and maintains own Professional Portfolio 
6. Obtains accredited and non-accredited Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) Units in compliance with DOH requirements.

General

1. This job description is not definitive and following periodic review may be subject to change.
2. The Assistantl Nurse will also be expected to contribute to the wider corporate and organisational development needs of the   organisation as appropriate within scope of practice.
3. The Assistantl Nurse will be expected to ensure compliance with the requirement of the Health and Safety regulations of the organisation.
4. Upholds the organization customer service standards at all times
5. Aheres to the guiding principles and values inherent in the SEHA NMoC

 

Clinical Practice

Demonstrates integration of the unique knowledge and technical skills required for the specialty as per the role specific clinical practice definition in Appendix 1 and the SEHA competency and training matrix. 

 

 

SEHA Compliance guidelines

Corresponding Key Activities performed by the role Complying with Policies, Procedures and Practices of the SEHA facilities and other regulatory requirements

Complying consistently with facility policies, procedures and practices and ensuring alignment with SEHA facilities policies

Completing and maintaining regulatory requirements including: licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames

 

Maintaining Confidentiality Maintaining confidentiality with regards to any information exchanged or received in the current capacity of role in accordance with release of information and password SEHA policy.

Promoting Customer Service standards

 

 

Assuming the role of a brand ambassador for the facility and promoting a customer focused philosophy in dealing with any stakeholders

Maintaining positive and effective working relationships within the department/division and also with other departments/sections within the facility

Performing any other duties as may be assigned relevant to the basic responsibilities of the role

 

Adhering to the Occupational Health and Safety, Materials Management and Maintenance standards

Adhering to requirements of the Occupational Health and safety guidelines and infection control guidelines

Understanding and adhering to emergency preparedness plans/policies

Ensuring Personal Effectiveness

Recognizing the necessity of continuously developing skills and acquiring additional knowledge appropriate to the position

Dressing appropriately to meet the expectations of the specific work area and in alignment with the Occupational Health and Safety policies

Building key partnerships within the organization for pursuing client-centered, comprehensive, integrated systems of care

Complying with any regulations related to mentoring, training and development of UAE nationals staff

 

Qualification :- 

Diploma of nursing not less than 18 month’s course duration.