Nurse

Job Purpose

• Provide emergency treatment, primary level clinical and nursing care for routine cases for patients.

Job Context & Major Challenge(s)

• The role required (1) handle sensitive issues associated with healthcare needs and possibly disputes; (2) promote confidence and trust in the standard of medical care available in a range of circumstances including emergencies; (3) keep up to date with all medical changes and actively participate in all for the health promotion programs; (4) participate in regular internal, government and other external audits.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Undertake clinical tasks under supervision including measuring basic parameters, providing injections, conducting consultations and providing routine care.
• Provide emergency treatment in cases of more serious or non-routine accidents or illness including applying dressing and medication under the supervision of a physician.
• Assist in the transfer of patients requiring hospitalization or shore-based treatment.
• Compile and maintain patient records ensuring accurate and complete histories.
• Maintain current and cost-effective levels of medical supplies to ensure ready availability.
• Establish effective infection control through the proper body isolation processes, the disposal of clinical waste products and sharps.
• Conduct evaluation of the work environment to determine the hygiene status and take appropriate corrective action to address anomalies.
• Maintain optimal house cleaning standards and ensure all equipment is fully maintained and operational.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Valid primary license from the country of origin & should be eligible for license from Licensing authority in the State of Qatar to practice the profession.

Knowledge and/or Experience

• 4 years’ experience in either industrial or community nursing and must be licensed to practice nursing in home country.