Assistant Nurse

Job Details

Field

Details

Department

Outpatient Department

Job Title

Assistant Nurse

Working Hours

48 HRS/WEEK

Function

Nursing

Job Family

Nursing

Reporting To

Medical Manager / Registered Nurse

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATION

Basic Qualification / Education / Vocational Training

• Diploma in Nursing or Healthcare Assistance from an accredited institute/college/university.
• DHA Eligibility Letter or DHA License as Assistant Nurse.
  
  

Advanced Qualification / Certification / Specialist Training

• BLS
  
  

Experience

Minimum Experience

• A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as an Assistant Nurse or Healthcare Assistant in a clinic or hospital setting is preferred.
  
  

Specific / Relevant Experience

• Experience in outpatient clinics, wellness, aesthetic, or healthcare facilities is an advantage.
  
  

JOB INTERACTIONS

KEY INTERNAL INTERACTION WITH

NATURE OF INTERACTION

All Employees

As and when needed

KEY EXTERNAL INTERACTION WITH

NATURE OF INTERACTION

Patients

Assisting in patient care and support

Regulatory Bodies

Adhering to rules and regulations and maintaining standards

Objective

• Assist nurses and physicians in delivering safe and effective patient care.
• Support patient comfort and clinic operational efficiency.
• Maintain cleanliness, infection control, and patient safety standards.
• Promote the vision and mission of the clinic.
• Work cooperatively with healthcare teams and support quality improvement initiatives.
  
  

Job Specific Responsibilities

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist physicians and nurses during patient consultations, examinations, and procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, consultation rooms, equipment, and consumables before and after procedures.
• Check and record patient vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, height, and weight.
• Assist patients during procedures and provide basic patient support.
• Support IV preparation and clinical procedures under supervision of Registered Nurse.
• Ensure cleanliness and disinfection of equipment and clinical areas.
• Maintain stock levels of medical consumables and report shortages or expired items.
• Assist in specimen collection and handling as directed.
• Escort and assist patients within the clinic when required.
• Follow infection control, patient safety, and clinic protocols at all times.
• Report incidents, hazards, and unusual situations immediately to supervisor.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation as instructed.
• Support smooth patient flow and clinic operational efficiency.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement and patient safety activities.
• Attend mandatory trainings and competency programs.
• Float to other clinic areas as operationally required.
• Perform any additional duties within scope as assigned by management.
  
  

Occupational Health & Safety (ohs) Roles & Responsibilities

• Comply with OHS policies and safe systems of work.
• Promptly report hazards, incidents, and unsafe practices.
• Correctly use PPE and medical equipment according to protocols.
• Participate in OHS trainings, drills, and workshops.
• Maintain ethical and safe work practices at all times.
  
  

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Demonstrate professional communication and teamwork.
• Maintain punctuality, attendance, and professional appearance.
• Demonstrate empathy, respect, and patient-centered care.
• Participate in continuous education and professional development.
• Follow clinic policies, procedures, and infection control standards.
  
  

MANDATORY COMPETENCIES

• Infection Control & Waste Management
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Hand Hygiene & PPE Usage
• Customer Service & Communication
• Patient Safety & Incident Reporting
• Documentation & Confidentiality
  
  

GENERAL CLINICAL COMPETENCIES

• Blood glucose monitoring
• ECG assistance
• Venipuncture assistance
• Documentation in patient medical records
• Patient preparation for procedures
• Oxygen administration assistance
• Specimen collection assistance
• Wound dressing assistance
• Patient education support
  
  

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

Sl No

Performance Areas

Critical Performance Measures

1

Infection Control Compliance

Adherence to infection control and patient safety standards

2

Patient Support

Timely and professional patient assistance

3

Documentation

Accurate and timely documentation

4

Attendance & Professionalism

Compliance with attendance and conduct standards

5

Patient Satisfaction

Professional communication and patient-centered care

OTHER: LICENSURE / REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

• DHA Eligibility Letter or DHA License as Assistant Nurse
• Valid certification/license from country of origin if applicable