Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Staff Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Job SummaryThis position is responsible for providing general and specialized direct and indirect patient care through the application of evidence-based nursing procedures and practices to patients of all ages on the assigned nursing unit. The role also involves demonstrating competency in the behavioral, growth, development, and psychosocial needs of patients being treated.Position DimensionsReports directly to Nurse Manager, Perioperative ServicesReports indirectly toHead Count ManagedNumber of Direct ReportsNumber of Indirect ReportsFinancial AccountabilityRole InteractionsInteracts directly with various patient care areas as needed for patient care.Key DecisionsDevelop and implement the plan of care, supervise Practical Nurses, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.Primary Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesPatient CareCompletes timely patient admission and ongoing assessments, plans and updates the plan of care based on individual patient needs.Provides direct care and evaluates outcomes, incorporating principles of family-centered care.Monitors and documents patients’ condition and the effectiveness of care and interventions.Assesses educational needs of patients and significant others, considering cultural needs and other special concerns.Provides teaching and educational material to the patient and/or significant other as appropriate.Validates and documents patient and family understanding of teaching.Administers prescribed medications in accordance with approved policies and protocols, utilizing barcode scanning.Carries out prescribed treatments in accordance with approved policies, protocols, and educational material procedures.Clinical / Professional KnowledgeUses the knowledge of one’s own role and the roles of other professions to appropriately assess and address the healthcare needs of the patients and populations served.Demonstrates commitment to providing evidence-based practice care by adhering to protocols, reporting needed changes supported by evidence, and participating in evaluating patient outcomes.Delegates appropriate components of the nursing care plan to other members of the nursing team.Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and family information by promoting professional interdisciplinary communication.Respects Patient Rights and demonstrates behaviors of a Patients’ First Philosophy.Incorporates the CCAD Professional Practice model and patient safety principles into clinical practice.Reports errors and near-misses.Responsible for completing charge capture education and in-service training within CCAD, completing charges within Epic in real-time or within 24 business hours for Perioperative Services.ProfessionalismLeads the caregiver team in patient care delivery, collaborating with other disciplines to achieve planned and expected outcomes.Applies relationship-building values and team dynamics principles to perform effectively in different team roles, planning and delivering patient/population-centered care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable.Maintains confidentiality with patients and families and adheres to Mubadala Code of Conduct.Demonstrates active participation in resource stewardship.Provides feedback on strategies to decrease costs, adherence to safe staffing models, and use of high-cost resources.Interpersonal CommunicationWorks with individuals of other professions to maintain a climate of mutual respect and shared values.Communicates with patients, families, communities, and other health professionals in a responsive and responsible manner.