About this role
Oversees the effective use of manpower and resources in order to deliver and maintains the highest standards of nursing care and patient safety. Responds to administrative problems and if necessary refers to appropriate Administrator on call.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing (minimum of three (3) years full-time course duration) or
- Degree in Nursing (minimum two (2) years course duration) and Registration as a Registered Nurse from Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia
- For UAE nationals graduates of UAE or non-UAE universities are exempted from the experience and clinical training requirements for the applied title. (UAE nationals must submit a copy of their birth certificate and the mother's family book)
- Non-UAE national graduates from UAE universities are required to successfully complete six (6) months of clinical training post-graduation in an APS health facility (except for Registered and assistant Nurse titles)
- Must hold a valid License/Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable)
- Must hold a minimum of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or others according to the scope of practice
- ACLS, PALS and NRP certification (currently mandatory for our supervisors, however this can be completed during the probation period if not already certified)
- Knowledge and understanding of DHA policies and frameworks
- Advanced communication, coordination and escalation skills
- Skilled in conflict management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of five (5) years of recent post-graduate experience in Inpatient Nursing which includes minimum of two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role
- Knowledge of and ability to render care and services based on age, appropriateness and developmental needs of patients
- Knowledge of Facility Management and Safety Planning
- Skills in assessment of patient and family's physical and psychological needs
- Skills in coordination and planning of care and prioritizing care based on individual needs
- Skills in problem-solving, leadership and management