Requirements
The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse (RN) with a BSN or diploma in nursing, holding a UAE DOH/DHA license. Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a registered nurse and 2 years in chronic disease management. Knowledge of aeromedical policies and procedures as per DOH, OSHAD, and GCAA regulations is essential, along with strong customer service, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Fluency in English and computer literacy are also required.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Healthcare
Company Industry
Travel, Hotel & Tourism
Job description
To provide nursing support to Etihad Airways Medical Centre (EAMC) for the general, aviation and occupational health department(s).
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 e.g. 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 support 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.
Report any occurrences or variances (OVR/incident report) during duty hours.
Qualifications
Registered nurse (RN) with BSN / diploma in nursing
Minimum 3 years’ experience as registered nurse with UAE DOH / DHA license in a large hospital or medical centre. Occupational & aviation nursing experience would be an advantage
Registered as emergency first responder with valid BLS certificate
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in chronic disease management services
Knowledge of aeromedical policies and procedures as per DOH, OSHAD, and GCAA regulations
Customer service and results focused interpersonal skills
Communication, problem solving & decision-making skills
Compliance with safety & standards, operation of equipment & technology
Fluency in English, computer literacy
This is an on-site based position at our medical centre in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi.
Additional information
Recruitment process
The recruitment process for this position will involve the following steps:
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete a recorded video interview via our third-party platform. This interview will allow you to record your responses to a range of questions related to the position and will allow you to demonstrate your knowledge and experience in a way that just your CV alone would not be able to. It also ensures fairness for you and all candidates, as all of our shortlisted candidates are asked the same questions and assessed on their responses.
After a review of completed video interviews, shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial technical interview with the hiring manager.
Finalists may be invited to a follow-up interview if required.
All candidates will be notified as to the status of their application as soon as is possible.
Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.
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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.
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