Job Description

The Nursery Staff Nurse provides direct and indirect care for assigned patients in neonatal care setting (normal nursery) per scheduled shifts. The Nursery Staff Nurse is primarily responsible for professional performance and safe patient care. The role encompasses nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and coordination of care for patients across the health care continuum while involving families. It includes but not limited to, providing neonatal specific care and assisting mothers with breastfeeding. The Nursery Staff Nurse is accountable for clinical, educational, quality, and fiscal patient care outcomes, in accordance with established DASH policies, procedures, guidelines, Professional Practice and standards of practice. Participates in PI projects, and collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired outcomes. Utilizes knowledge of neonatal period and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Abides by accreditation requirements and international standards. Supports the mission and vision of Dar Al Shifa Hospital (DASH) and the Nursing Department.