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Job Description: Registered Nurse (RN) – Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Department: Nursing / Clinical Services
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Nursing Supervisor / Head Nurse / Nurse Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care in accordance with established clinical standards, healthcare policies, and Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH) regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing patients, administering medications, monitoring health conditions, maintaining accurate medical records, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients' health conditions, record vital signs, and identify changes in their clinical status.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with approved protocols.
- Monitor patients' responses to treatments and promptly report any abnormalities or deterioration.
- Assist physicians with examinations, procedures, and clinical interventions within the nurse's scope of practice.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation, nursing notes, and medical records.
- Follow infection prevention and control protocols, including hand hygiene and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Educate patients and their families about medications, treatment plans, health management, and discharge instructions.
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and participate in emergency procedures.
- Ensure the safe handling, storage, and disposal of medical supplies, equipment, and clinical waste.
- Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, privacy, and professional ethics.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Report incidents, medication errors, and patient safety concerns according to facility policies.
- Comply with applicable UAE healthcare regulations, DOH requirements, and organizational policies.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or other recognized nursing qualification meeting the applicable UAE Professional Qualification Requirements (PQR).
- Valid DOH Abu Dhabi nursing license or eligibility to obtain the appropriate DOH license, as required by the employer.
- Relevant clinical experience in a hospital, clinic, home healthcare, or other appropriate healthcare setting.
- Strong knowledge of nursing procedures, patient safety, infection control, and medication administration.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional certifications may be required depending on the clinical setting.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and clinical assessment skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural healthcare environment.
- Proficiency in English and Arabic.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Patient assessment and clinical monitoring
- Medication administration and treatment management
- Emergency response and basic life support
- Infection prevention and control
- Nursing documentation and electronic medical records
- Patient and family education
- Teamwork, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making
- Professional ethics and confidentiality
Working Conditions
- Full-time employment with shift duties, where applicable.
- Work in accordance with the policies and procedures of the assigned healthcare facility.
- Maintain professional standards and perform duties within approved clinical competencies and scope of practice.
Regulatory Compliance
The Registered Nurse must comply with the applicable UAE nursing standards and the licensing and professional practice requirements of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi. Clinical duties must remain within the nurse's authorized scope of practice and demonstrated competency
