Practical Nurse

• DOH/HAAD passers can apply
• DHA with DATA FLOW in Abu Dhabi already can apply
• Health Insurance for employee, spouse, and 2 children.
• Ticket provided after 2 years.
• Limited Contract as per UAE law.
• Salary package upon interview.
• Other benefits will be discussed upon interview.

A Practical Nurse (also known as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in some regions) is a healthcare professional who provides basic nursing care under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) or physicians. Practical nurses work in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, and home care, playing an essential role in patient care.

Key Skills for a Practical Nurse

• Patient Care Skills: Providing basic nursing care, such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with personal hygiene. Helping patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as eating, dressing, and mobility.
• Clinical Skills: Proficiency in taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure). Assisting with procedures such as wound care, catheter insertion, and giving injections or vaccines.
• Communication Skills: Effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare teams to provide the best care possible. Documenting patient care and maintaining accurate medical records.
• Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the emotional and physical needs of patients, especially in sensitive situations. Providing emotional support to patients and their families during times of illness or recovery.
• Attention to Detail: Observing and documenting any changes in a patient’s condition, such as changes in vital signs, behavior, or symptoms. Following care protocols and ensuring accuracy when administering medications or treatments.
• Time Management: Prioritizing tasks efficiently to provide timely care, especially in fast-paced environments like hospitals or emergency rooms. Managing multiple patient assignments while ensuring high standards of care.
• Medical Terminology Knowledge: Understanding and using medical terminology correctly to communicate with other healthcare professionals. Being able to explain medical conditions, treatments, and procedures to patients and their families in understandable terms.
• Teamwork: Working effectively with RNs, doctors, and other healthcare staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients. Collaborating on patient care plans and taking direction from supervisors.
• Patient Safety and Hygiene: Ensuring infection control practices, including hand hygiene and proper sanitization of equipment. Being vigilant about patient safety, such as preventing falls, bedsores, or medication errors.

Responsibilities of a Practical Nurse

• Monitoring Patient Health: Taking and recording vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure. Observing patients for any changes in condition, such as signs of infection or complications, and reporting them to a registered nurse or physician.
• Assisting with Daily Activities: Helping patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and other personal care needs. Assisting patients with mobility, including helping them walk or move from one position to another.
• Administering Medications: Administering prescribed medications to patients, following the doctor’s orders and hospital protocols. Monitoring patients for any adverse reactions to medications and reporting these to medical staff.
• Wound Care and Dressings: Changing bandages or dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection, and following specific wound care procedures. Assisting with the care of surgical sites or chronic wounds like pressure ulcers.
• Providing Patient Education: Educating patients about their health conditions, prescribed treatments, and self-care routines. Giving guidance on how to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or asthma.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Keeping accurate and up-to-date records of patient care, vital signs, medications, and any changes in condition. Documenting nursing interventions and communicating them to other team members.
• Collaborating with Healthcare Teams: Working with RNs, doctors, therapists, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans. Assisting in assessments and participating in patient care meetings.
• Assisting with Procedures: Assisting with diagnostic tests, medical procedures, or surgeries under the supervision of a physician or RN. Preparing patients for medical tests or procedures and providing emotional support.
• Maintaining a Safe and Clean Environment: Ensuring that patient rooms and common areas are clean and safe. Following infection control protocols and maintaining a hygienic environment for patient care.