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Position Summary Responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating the nursing care provided to both in patient and Out Patients for wound and ostomy care within the context of the organizational nursing service. Summary of Main Duties and Responsibilities Actively participates in upholding and promoting the vision and culture of University Hospital Sharjah (UHS) Ensures nursing is practiced in accordance with professional standards, in line with facility, MOH, JCI, FDON policies, procedures and guidelines. Adheres to established medical/nursing practice standards and hospital policies and procedures. Consult on the following classification of wounds: Pressure Ulcer, Diabetic foot, venous ulcer, Traumatic wounds, Arterial ulcer, open abdominal wounds, burns and other complex non-healing wounds. Manage the outpatient wound and diabetic foot clinic. Manage all wound care consultations and educational support to inpatients and outpatients and their families/carers, regarding their wound care needs. Implement plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments. Initiate nursing care plans and procedures in managing acute, chronic and complex wounds. Evaluate wounds and injuries for infections or other illness factors contributing to wound development and provide recommendation for treatment. Assess, reassess and plan treatment pathway for all notified wounds. Provide appropriate patient/family/care giver education throughout the patient episode, including comprehensive discharge planning advice. Assess, collaborate and coordinate discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the MDT. Assess and recommend treatment requirements and plans with all members of the MDT. In consultation with general surgery provide siting recommendation and pre –op and post op counseling for stoma patients. Act as a resource to staff for wound product selection and use. Act as an educational resource to all members of the MDT on the management of wound care. Provide up to date education and guidance to the nursing department, in both a practical clinical setting and teaching environment, including education in the monthly general nursing orientation programme, and comprehensive bedside teaching. Develop related patient education material. Develop and assess nursing competency in the field of wound care. Develop wound care link nurse programme. Lead performance improvement projects on the management of hospital acquired pressure ulcers and their prevention. Supply monthly reports and data analysis on agreed wound care related KPIs. Develop an integrated wound care committee, focusing on the prevention of hospital acquired pressure ulcers and the management of community acquired ulcers. Monitor and measure the appropriate use of the hospital approved pressure relieving devices. Responsible for the yearly budget proposal for all pressure relieving devices and wound care aids within the facility. Develop and maintain evidence based wound care policies, guidelines and procedures. Provide all requested and required monthly reports associated to the Wound care specialist nurse activities. Develop and maintain community links with associated agencies (Sharjah Social Welfare, Aged Care Home, private home care agencies) to increase awareness, educate and monitor community acquired pressure ulcers. Provide comprehensive patient specific wound care discharge plans to community agencies, including equipment requirements. Provide follow up to all patients discharged from UHS with wounds, with community agencies/families etc… Participates in Senior Nursing Team meetings Participates in nursing continuous quality improvement initiatives, in service education programmes and committee functions as assigned by DON. Prepares and submits statistical data as specified by DON. Maintains accurate documentation in accordance with the medical record policy. Recognize, and provides support to individuals from all different cultural backgrounds Continuous self-development, participate in internal orientation, mandatory, and all ongoing education programmes Attend external conferences, workshops, seminars and courses that will enhance and maintain a current knowledge base. The employment terms and conditions for this position are specified in the individuals Employment Contract. Position Requirements/Qualifications Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with BSc Degree in Nursing/Diploma not less than 3 years of study Minimum 10 years’ experience with at least 4 years in a wound care specialist nurse role. Completed post graduate study in Wound Care management, from a recognized approved school. Desirable Masters in wound care from approved school.  

Position Summary Summary of Main Duties and Responsibilities To assess patient needs, plan, implement and evaluate the plan of patient care. Direct junior and auxiliary team members Provide safe quality ethical nursing care in accordance with the Hospital, international and federal standards and regulations   Actively participates in upholding and promoting the vision and culture of University Hospital Sharjah (UHS) Complies with all UHS policies, procedures and fire regulations Participates in all aspects of the International Accreditation program to assist UHS to attain and maintain international accreditation standards Performs nursing practice in line with the facility, MOH, JCI and FDON policies, procedures and standards Assess, plan, implements and evaluates the nursing care of each patient, considering the patient’s individuality, abilities, culture and right to choose Prioritizes patients’ individual needs and delegates aspects of nursing care to other nursing team members within his/her scope of professional practice Performs nursing care in response to the patient’s needs, treatment plan and nursing care plan, supported by nursing knowledge and current best practice Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care Documents the nursing care of each patient from admission to discharge in accordance to facility medical record and documentation policy Assists and provides documented patient and family health education, based upon the individual nursing care plan of the patient Ensures patient environment is safe for patients and staff by utilizing infection control practices, adhering to International patient safety goals and following facility health and safety policies Collaborates with the Multi-disciplinary team and acts as patient advocate to ensure quality care is delivered Adhere to the safe administration of medication policy within the facility, administering prescribed medications, including narcotics as per scope of practice Monitors the condition of patient and reports any changes to appropriate personnel Demonstrates sensitivity to patients’ comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress Utilizes and ensures maintenance of equipment and instruments, reporting any damages, equipment malfunctioning to the Bio – Medical department and nurse in charge immediately Participates in nursing continuous quality improvement initiatives, in service education programmes, unit meetings and committee functions as assigned by nurse in charge Initiates emergency, safety practices and fire safety measures as necessary Reports all incidents through agreed channels and chain of command, ensuring Incident report is completed, submitted to nurse in charge and any immediate action required taken Maintains unit stock/consumables, crash cart stock, in accordance with facility policy on medication expiry dates and safe location of consumable items Maintains and adheres to patient confidentiality at all times Responsible for attendance to yearly mandatory training as scheduled on mandatory training calendar Responsible for professional clinical practice and is actively involved in updating knowledge through educational activities Performs other job-related duties as assigned (within scope of practice) The employment terms and conditions for this position are specified in the individuals Employment Contract Position Requirements/Qualifications   Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing holding a           BSc Nursing /Diploma of Nursing, not less than 3 years study duration Minimum 2 years post-graduation experience with at least 1 years in current specialty BLS certificate Desirable Advanced Life support   Licenses/Registration Required Current license in country of origin UAE Ministry of Health License        

Routinely start or check peripheral i.v.s, assess infusaports, administer medications, monitor vital signs, suction patients, insert foleys and help patients with their personal needs.  Assist patients through the use of x-rays, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, and other imaging techniques. Help patients who suffer from illnesses or injuries that may require an internal view to properly diagnose or treat symptoms.  

We are seeking a motivated Charge Nurse with excellent leadership and communication skills. As a successful candidate, you will provide assistance and care for patients, supervise nursing staff, offer guidance and support, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and ensure that all operational tasks are completed efficiently and on time. To excel in this role, you will need to be a licensed nursing professional with at least three years of experience in a healthcare environment. You should enjoy working with people, have excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Further certification may be required. Prior experience in a healthcare facility required. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Compassionate with sound judgment and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and medical software systems. Ability to handle stress and work shifts.

Responsible for application and removal of casts including complex casting and orthopedic splints and devices. Typically involved in the team assessment of patient needs and fitting/finishing services of patients that may fall in all age groups neonatal to geriatrics Ensures the proper maintenance, record keeping, and ordering of tools, equipment and/or inventory.  This position requires a fundamental knowledge of technical work with orthopedic bracing and casting related activities. Positions allocated to this level are responsible for application, modification, repair and fitting of a wide variety of casts, splints and braces. Casting activities include application of upper and lower extremity casts from simple to complex using a variety of materials; arrange, assemble and adjust traction equipment; apply and adjust braces and splints; and remove sutures and staples. The Casting Technician will also assist in stocking and ordering of supplies. Clinical work is performed under the general supervision of a licensed patient care professional- or supervisory staff. JOB REQUIREMENT:  Prior experience as a Casting Technician, Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Orthopedic Surgical Technician and other related profession.   Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Knowledge of orthopedic devices and their usage, fracture casting techniques.  Effective written and oral communication skills.  Tolerance to an acute care setting.  Ability to work as a team member.  Self motivated, but open to instruction and new ideas.  Familiarity or ability to learn with medical terminology.  Knowledge of and ability to implement aseptic technique.  Demonstrated computer experience, including a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.