Staff Nurse II Nursing Pediatric Ward

About the Role

The Royal Commission Medical Center Yanbu is seeking a Staff Nurse - II Nursing - Pediatric Ward to join their team in Yanbu. This is a full-time position requiring 0-1 years of experience, focusing on direct patient care and collaboration within a healthcare team. The role involves applying basic nursing procedures, observing clinical interventions, and maintaining accurate patient records.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses and healthcare team members in providing direct patient care.
• Apply basic nursing procedures, including vital signs, medication administration, and wound care.
• Observe and participate in various clinical procedures, treatments, and interventions.
• Communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and their families, providing emotional support and education.
• Assist in patient assessment, gather health history, and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including nursing assessments, care plans, and progress notes.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Monitor patients' vital signs, symptoms, and response to therapy, intervening promptly as needed.
• Document patient assessment findings, responses to nursing intervention, and progress towards problem resolution.
• Practice infection control methods/protocols and maintain awareness of safety protocols.
• Initiate emergency resuscitative measures according to established protocols.

Administrative and Professional Duties

• Follow and assist in the implementation and interpretation of RCMC policies and procedures.
• Adhere to and promote the established values of the organization, including mission, ethics, and goals.
• Monitor compliance with legislative requirements and organizational policies, taking action to correct non-compliance.
• Attend and actively participate in assigned committee meetings and departmental meetings (75% attendance required).
• Demonstrate ongoing and active continuous education, maintaining RCMC annual competencies.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record and represent the organization professionally.
• Maintain organizational confidentiality and comply with ethical business practices.
• Report any negative, abnormal, or unexpected events/incidents promptly using the Electronic Occurrence Variance Report (eOVR).

Patient Education and Advocacy

• Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
• Advocate for patients' rights, preferences, and needs within the healthcare system.
• Promote health promotion and disease prevention initiatives to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 0-1 years of experience in a relevant nursing field.
• Knowledge of clinical aspects related to pediatric nursing.
• Ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with patients and families.
• Proficiency in basic nursing procedures.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous education.
• Adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.

Professional Development and Quality Assurance

• Engage in ongoing professional development activities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
• Seek opportunities for continuing education, certifications, and specialization.
• Participate in performance evaluation processes and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to infection control protocols, safety regulations, and quality assurance standards.
• Identify and report potential risks, adverse events, and quality concerns.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes, patient experience, and organizational efficiency.