The Nursing Assistant role is a vital part of patient-care delivery within healthcare facilities in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This on-site position is ideal for compassionate and detail-oriented caregivers who are committed to supporting patients’ daily needs while working closely with nurses and multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure safe, high-quality care.
About the Company
The organization operates within the healthcare services sector, focusing on clinical support and patient-care operations across hospital and long-term care environments in the UAE. It provides bedside care services, clinical support staffing, and operational coordination to help healthcare teams deliver consistent, patient-centered outcomes while maintaining high standards of safety and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, feeding, toileting, and mobility
- Provide compassionate bedside care while maintaining patient dignity and comfort
- Monitor, measure, and record vital signs accurately
- Observe patient conditions and promptly report changes to nurses or supervisors
- Support safe patient transfers and mobility using assistive devices
- Apply fall-prevention and patient-safety measures
- Assist with basic clinical tasks such as wound care support and specimen collection
- Support catheter, bedpan, and basic nursing care procedures
- Follow strict infection-control protocols, including PPE use and hygiene practices
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic medical records
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification
- Previous experience in bedside patient care within healthcare settings
- Knowledge of infection control and safe patient-handling techniques
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and clinical documentation
- Fluency in English
- Conversational Arabic is an advantage
- Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant certification preferred
- Experience with hospital EMR systems is a plus
- Understanding of UAE healthcare standards is desirable
Skills
- Clinical support and patient-care skills
- Accurate vital signs monitoring
- Strong observation and reporting abilities
- Compassionate and empathetic communication
- Attention to detail and safety awareness
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
- Time management and reliability
- Commitment to documentation accuracy and compliance
Benefits
- On-site clinical role in a professional healthcare environment
- Multicultural and collaborative team culture
- Structured onboarding and continuous clinical training
- Opportunities for career growth and role progression
- Competitive salary package
- Employee benefits aligned with UAE labour laws
