Registered Nurse

Job description / Role

Synopsis

From Abu Dhabi to the world - empower the nation's growth in a healthcare role that goes beyond borders. Provide nursing support to Etihad Airways Medical Centre (EAMC) for general, aviation and occupational health departments. If you are an Emirati registered nurse come join the team!

Accountabilities

• The registered nurse supports the physician in the performance of medical fitness examinations for aviation and occupational pre-employment, initial and renewal medicals and for general consultations as per regulators standard policies and procedures by conducting vital signs, vision test, ECG, audiogram, tympanometry, spirometry, height and weight, BMI, vaccinations, etc.
• To prepare and maintain patient medical records with confidentiality as per EAMC, General Civil Aviation Authority UAE (GCAA), Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH), Occupational Safety and Health Abu Dhabi (OSHAD) and other regulators; ensure that flight crew and cabin crew medical examination records are complete with vaccination profile, sickness reports and alcohol and drugs check records.
• To ensure all medical equipment is calibrated and maintained in good working order prior to its use, immediately report equipment malfunction to the nurse manager and remove from use until repaired by biomedical engineers.
• Maintain aseptic standards and general cleanliness of the EAMC in accordance with EAMC policy and infection control best practice and report any breaches in policy to infection control team.
• To carry out daily, weekly and monthly checks on the various medical supplies required to ensure sufficiency and for the safe functioning of the medical centre, e.g., the supplies of emergency drugs, emergency crash cart, and other medical supplies.
• To provide support to nurse managers as required in addition to EAMC programs such as health education lectures, forums, events, campaigns, etc., and participate as necessary.
• To maintain current records of competency in all nursing procedures carried out and develop and review nursing policies and procedures in accordance with DOH, GCAA, OSHAD and best practice standards.

Education & Experience

• Registered nurse (RN) with BSc degree or diploma in nursing.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as registered nurse with UAE DOH or DHA license in a large hospital or medical centre. Aviation nursing experience would be an advantage.

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad's ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

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About the Company

Etihad Airways is the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. The airline was set up by a Royal Decree in July 2003, with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, as its hub. Etihad started commercial operations in November 2003.

With Etihad, everyone who flies with us is welcomed as our guest.

This simple credo illuminates everything we do, from big things like making sure that our fleet is one of the most advanced in the sky, to small touches like letting you choose the films you watch.

Were proud to be the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. At the crossroads between Europe and Asia, our home reflects our commitment to bringing the world closer together - as does our highly cosmopolitan staff.