Job Description

Responsibilities include but not limited to:


Obtains and documents a patient assessment which incorporates all available data/information.


Utilizes techniques of observation, interview, measurement and physical examination in making an assessment.


Assesses family adaptation, coping skills and the need for crisis or other intervention.


Updates the nursing care plan continually as patient status demands.


Commences discharge planning as soon as it is feasible in co-operation with patient and significant others.


Delivers care using the nursing process, setting priorities in the delivery of care.


Delegates and supervise nursing care delivered by junior Staff Nurses.


Co-ordinates care delivered by other health professionals.


Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the adult or elderly patient's and family's diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights and is culturally competent.


Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift


Provide family-centered care by communicating with the family regarding the changing health care needs of their family member


Communicates evaluation and subsequent plan to patient/significant others and healthcare team


Demonstrate excellent skills in triaging the patients.


Follow appropriate algorithm in emergency management (BLS, ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)


Effectively cannulate the patients and ensures hydration.


Ensure safe transportation of critically ill patients with lifesaving equipment's.


To have awareness and handles all medico legal cases and its sample dispatch.


Assist in ambulance service to transport patient in and out.


Demonstrate skill to transfer out patient to concern department as per the doctor's instructions with a detailed hand over to the respective nursing staff.


Ensure safe transportation of critically ill patients with lifesaving equipment's.


Be capable to handle patients with road traffic accident, burns and poisoning


To have awareness and handles all medico legal cases and its sample dispatch.


To have sound knowledge on GLASCOW COMA scale.


Support in implementing and managing the budget as per the plan


Support in planning activities based on the budget


Inform Nurse Manager/Head Nurse of malfunctioning equipment and utilize resources effectively and efficiently


Maintains confidentiality of patients' information


Adheres to the safety protocols of the hospital and ensures safety of the patients.


Guides and supervises the work of nurse associate.


Delegates tasks to the nurse associate and other health care assistants rationally.


Works collaboratively and support efforts of team members


Handles medico legal cases according to the organization's protocols.


Follows strict infection control protocols and takes responsibility in ensuring quality control related to quality monitors


Provides end of life care according to the culture of people


Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interact effectively with physicians, patients, visitors, staff and the broader health care community


To maintain current trends in nursing practice and management through formal education and self-development efforts


To possess clear understanding and commitment to the philosophy of Aster DM Health care


Enhance own professional growth by updating theoretical knowledge and practical skill through self learning and participating in training programs


Be compliant with licensing requirements


Participate in quality assurance and other research initiatives


Participate in unit meetings and contribute in achieving objective of the clinic


Assist in development and /or implementation of unit based policies and procedures related to patient care


Participate in programs for quality improvement in nursing practices


Participate in staff education and staff meeting


Participate in other activities of the medical centres/ hospitals


Consistently demonstrating willingness, dedication and commitment


Promptly taking ownership and responsibility of all assigned tasks.



Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of the largest private healthcare service providers operating in multiple GCC states and is an emerging healthcare player in India. With an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence, we are one of the few entities in the world with a strong presence across primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary healthcare through our hospitals, clinics and pharmacies. We have over 20,000 plus dedicated employees across the geographies that we are present in, delivering a simple yet strong promise to our different stakeholders: "We'll treat you well." We reach out to all economic segments in the GCC countries through our differentiated healthcare services across the "Aster", "Medcare" and "Access" brands.



For more details please visit our website https://www.asterdmhealthcare.com/

Medcare Hospitals and Medical Centres (Medcare), the premium healthcare division of Aster DM Healthcare, is one of the pioneering healthcare providers in the region.


With a focus on delivering a patient-centric journey as well as encouraging clinical excellence and state-of-the-art care, Medcare operates three multi-specialty hospitals including Medcare Hospital Safa Park Dubai, Medcare Hospital Sharjah and Medcare Women and Children Hospital in Dubai and one specialty hospital Medcare Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital. In addition, it has three specialty centres and 12 multi-specialty centres in key locations across Dubai and Sharjah.


With a team of 350+ qualified healthcare professionals, Medcare promotes and supports the highest standards in preventive, curative and rehabilitative healthcare.