Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain operating rooms for surgical procedures.
• Ensure availability and proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain sterile field and adhere to infection prevention and control protocols.
• Assist surgeons and anesthetists during surgical procedures.
• Perform scrub nurse and circulating nurse duties as assigned.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after surgery and report any changes in condition.
• Conduct instrument, sponge, and needle counts according to hospital policy.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Ensure accurate and timely nursing documentation and patient records.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth surgical operations.
• Handle surgical specimens according to hospital protocols.
• Respond promptly and effectively during emergencies in the operating room.
• Participate in patient safety initiatives, audits, and quality improvement activities.
• Educate patients and families regarding perioperative care when applicable.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, UAE healthcare regulations, and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Valid nursing license (DOH / HAAD eligibility or license preferred)
• Minimum 2–3 years ICU experience in a tertiary hospital
• Certifications required:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)