Description:
We are urgently seeking an experienced Wellness Nurse to join our reputable healthcare company based in Dubai, UAE. As a Wellness Nurse, she will play a crucial role in providing high-quality medical care and support to patients receiving intravenous (IV) treatment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide Skilled Nursing Care: Deliver skilled nursing care, primarily focusing on administering intravenous medications and therapies according to prescribed treatment plans.
- IV Treatment Management: Assess patients' medical conditions, evaluate their response to IV therapy, monitor vital signs, and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct thorough initial assessments of patients' health conditions, including medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic test results. Develop individualized care plans and goals in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Patient Care and Education: Educate patients on IV therapy procedures, self-care techniques, medication administration, and potential side effects or complications. Offer emotional support and address any concerns or questions.
- Medication and Sample Management: Ensure proper storage, handling, administration, and disposal of IV medications following established protocols and infection control guidelines. Collect samples as per prescribed procedures, label them appropriately, and ensure their safe and timely transportation to the designated laboratories or facilities.
- Adherence to Quality Standards: Adhere to professional nursing standards, local regulations, and company policies and procedures to ensure safe, ethical, and quality care delivery. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain accurate documentation.
- Collaborative Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians and other healthcare professionals, to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
- Continuous Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest advancements in homecare nursing practices, attend training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance your knowledge and skills.
- Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including progress notes, treatment plans, and medication administration records. Generate reports and submit documentation as required.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or an equivalent nursing qualification.
- Valid nursing license from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Dubai, preferably as Wellness Nurse.
- Proven experience in administering intravenous medications and therapies (Must).
- Proven experience in collecting blood and other patient samples (Must).
- Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Strong knowledge of infection control practices and medical safety standards.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems and computer literacy.
- Flexible to work on a rotational shift basis, including weekends and holidays, as per patient needs.