Ward Attender at NMC Healthcare
Abu Dhabi, , United Arab Emirates -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Nov, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description
  • Assist in the delivery of patient care as directed by the registered nurse. Contribute to the general environment of the hospital and the well-being of the patient, families and team members as a member of the nursing team.
  • Assist patients with non-medical care and ward-related duties under the supervision of a nurse
  • Respond promptly to patient or family requests, prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction
  • Attend call bells or alarms in patient rooms and report to the nurse accordingly
  • Conduct hourly patient rounding to check on comfort and assistance needs
  • Receive non-clinical responsibilities each shift from the nurse
  • Assist nurses with patient hygiene, elimination, mobility, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, while observing and reporting any changes to the licensed nurse
  • Clean trolleys used before and after patient care and replace consumables
  • Assist nurses with obtaining patient height and weight measurements
  • Support nurses in maintaining patient elimination
  • Know hospital-approved disinfectants and their proper usage
  • Clean biomedical equipment according to hospital policies
  • Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms, nursing stations, and departmental areas; ensure surfaces, computers, and phones are cleaned daily
  • Collaborate with housekeeping to maintain overall department cleanliness, including children’s play areas
  • Check hand sanitizers at the beginning of shifts and inform housekeeping for replacement
  • Liaise with nurses and patients in OPD to support patient satisfaction and provide updates on bed availability and waiting times
  • Replace sharps containers when 2/3 full or when expired, per hospital policy
  • Maintain cleanliness of soiled utility rooms and coordinate with laundry for hampers; keep records of linen types and quantities
  • Collect clean linen from laundry
  • Maintain supply and storage areas; clean supply boxes regularly
  • Ensure pantry cleanliness and coordinate with nurses and dietary team to manage trays
  • Transport specimens to the laboratory
  • Comply with patient confidentiality policies
  • Act as a messenger when required
  • Escort stable patients by wheelchair or assist with bed transport to and from departments, including Radiology and Operating Theatre
  • Accompany discharged patients to exits and assist safely into vehicles; use wheelchairs for maternity patients
  • Assist in preparing and cleaning patient rooms for admission/discharge; provide necessary supplies such as tissues and water
  • Report lost or broken items/equipment to nurses after cleaning rooms
  • Ensure biomedical equipment is cleaned after discharge, returned to the equipment room, and plugged in
  • Arrange oxygen cylinders properly and report when empty
  • Perform daily room checks and complete the environment checklist
  • Maintain records of borrowed items and follow up to ensure return
  • Transport instruments to CSSD for sterilization and collect sterilized items; check monthly CSSD sets for expiry or damage
  • Maintain department curtains according to hospital policy and ensure replacement curtains are available
  • Collect general, stationary, and medication items from store and pharmacy
  • Participate in scheduled educational activities
  • Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards, and procedures
  • Work according to documented OSH procedures and instructions
  • Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures
  • Be familiar with patient safety goals relevant to daily activities
  • Notify nurses of OSH hazards, incidents, near misses, or concerns
  • Comply with waste management and transmission-based precaution policies and procedures
  • Assist nurses with completing departmental inventories
  • Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training, mock drills, and awareness programs
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety systems
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Some high school education or equivalent
  • Intermediate English skills preferred; spoken Arabic is advantageous
  • Demonstrated motivation to work in a healthcare environment

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