About this role
Assumes overall responsibility for the effective and efficient operation of the Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Division. Directs, coordinates and evaluates the activities of the designated areas to maintain optimal delivery of patient care.
- 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 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
- Post Graduate Qualification in Nursing Management/Advanced Clinical Speciality preferable
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of six (6) to seven (7) years of recent post-graduate experience in Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Nursing.
- Knowledge of and the ability to render care and services based on patients' age appropriateness and developmental needs.
- Knowledge of Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA).
- Demonstrates incremental leadership and management experience.
- Communication skills in Arabic and English are essential.
- Private hospital experience preferred.