Nurse

Acquired by HEI UAE in August 2024, this Reggio Emilia inspired nursery extends a pedagogical approach that is deeply rooted in Scandinavian early childhood education. The Nursery now also benefits from the HEI School concept and pedagogical excellence through its renowned curriculum and teacher training. Children thrive in the freedom to express themselves, while exploring, sharing, investigating, researching and creating in ways that they see fit. Art Village Nursery places a strong focus on the “Forest School approach, where “nature serves as the greatest teacher”.

JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse is acting as a Health and Safety Officer of the centre.  She will ensure a safe emotional and physical environment for the children by performing risk assessment of the centre and providing medical care for the children and staff when needed. Her duty is to follow up on the latest guidelines and protocols provided by regulatory bodies such as DHA, KHDA, and Ministry of Health. She needs to perform regular health checks of the children and maintain sufficient medical records of all children. She will prepare and update all the Health and Safety policies of the centre. She will work alongside the principal to ensure sufficient medical training for all staff and provide support for parents when needed. She is responsible for the Emergency preparedness plan of the centre with the support of the principal. The Nurse can be called to support the classroom if the centre is short of teaching staff.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a high standard of medical care for children placed in the setting.
• Give medical support to personnel within the setting.
• Keep a medical record for all children and perform regular check-ups on them.
• Record accidents in the accident log. In the absence of the principal, notify the parents of the incident and initiate an incident reporting protocol.
• Conduct a medical examination for the children that appear unwell and isolate them.
• Administrate the daily medicine prescribed by the physician at specified intervals and according to the dosages specified in the medical card. Ensure the administration is recorded.
• Carry out first aid treatment for children and staff as required.
• Accompany a child to the hospital if required.
• Ensure that all health and safety policies are adhered to.
• Ensure infectious and communicable disease policy is maintained and adhered to.
• Adhere to all regulatory guidelines and recommendations.
• Conduct daily risk assessment of the premises. Ensure the cleanliness and high hygiene level of the premises.
• Prepare an emergency and evacuation plan and participate in evacuation drills. Provide feedback to the principal and the team to improve the plan.
• Keep the clinic and emergency stock updated.
• Train the staff in management of allergies and other major medical conditions.
• Provide parents with information on health, safety, and nutrition.
• Assess children’s developmental skills alongside principal and classroom teacher and refer to other professionals when necessary.
• Work with parents/carers of special needs children as part of the professional team.
• Respect the confidentiality of information received.
• Provide comfort and warmth to an ill child.
• Be flexible and prepared to help where needed, including to undertake certain domestic jobs within the setting.
• Support all staff and engage in team activities.
• Participate in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, events.

Education

• Bachelor's in Nursing

Experience:

Minimum

• 2 years

Desired

• 3 years

Skills & Abilities:

Minimum

• Proficiency in English
• knowledge of communicable and childhood diseases; child safety protocols; problem-solving skills; confidentiality and understanding of child information sharing; collaborative team player; flexibility and resilience under pressure 

Desired

• Experience within nursery/school environment; experience with pediatric medicine; experience in emergency response

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure cost-effective use of clinic supplies.
• Monitor and report safety hazards needing replacements or repair.

• Ensure children's safety and wellbeing at all times. 
• Provide medical care for children and staff.
• Provide first aid in case of an incident or an accident.
• Be prepared for emergencies and critical medical conditions.