Assistant Head Nurse

Job Description

The Assistant Head Nurse supports the management of clinic staff and resources to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality patient care. The role involves assisting with staff supervision, clinic operations, nursing care standards, quality improvement, and professional development. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head Nurse to maintain an efficient clinical environment and promote staff growth and patient satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Staff Management

• Support staff management in line with organisational goals and policies.
• Assist with staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage and quality patient care.
• Counsel employees and report personnel-related concerns to the Head Nurse.
• Communicate policies, procedures, and operational updates to staff.
• Support new employee orientation, probation assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Promote teamwork, open communication, and staff participation in workplace improvements.

2. Clinic Management

• Monitor clinic safety, cleanliness, and security standards.
• Oversee the appropriate use, maintenance, and replacement of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in preparing monthly reports on clinic performance, achievements, and challenges.
• Support the implementation of risk management policies and action plans.
• Recommend improvements to clinic operations and resource management.

3. Patient Care Management

• Support the development and implementation of clinic-specific nursing standards.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards and clinical protocols.
• Monitor nursing and patient care quality through patient rounds and quality improvement activities.
• Coordinate with medical and non-medical teams to ensure effective patient care.
• Participate in patient and family education.
• Support the completion of clinical audit action plans.
• Contribute to performance improvement, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

4. Communication and Coordination

• Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
• Respect patients’ cultural and religious beliefs.
• Promote positive working relationships within the clinical team.
• Use clear verbal and written communication with appropriate medical terminology.
• Ensure efficient and cost-effective use of clinic resources.

5. Staff Education and Development

• Identify staff learning and training needs.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities.
• Act as a role model for clinical and professional standards.
• Support regular reviews and practice of emergency procedures.
• Monitor staff clinical competencies in coordination with the Head Nurse and clinic mentors.
• Take responsibility for personal learning and professional development.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Must be a Registered Nurse.

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience in dialysis.
• Successful completion of a Hemodialysis Training Program.

Certifications and Licensure

• Current BCLS certification.
• ACLS certification is preferred.
• Must be certified and registered with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).

Required Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Clinical expertise in nursing care.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Staff monitoring and education skills.
• Administrative and organisational skills.
• Emotional intelligence and resilience.
• Computer literacy.
• Good communication skills in English; Arabic is preferred.