Overview
The Operation Theatre (OT) Registered Nurse plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. The nurse is responsible for pre-operative preparation, intra-operative assistance, and post-operative support while maintaining strict adherence to infection control and patient safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities1. Pre-Operative Responsibilities
- Prepare the operation theatre by ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are sterilized and ready.
- Verify patient identity, surgical procedure, consent forms, and medical history.
- Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery.
- Assist in transferring and positioning patients according to surgical requirements.
- Ensure proper functioning of OT equipment and report any malfunctions immediately.
2. Intra-Operative Responsibilities
- Assist surgeons during procedures by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
- Maintain an aseptic and sterile environment throughout the surgery.
- Monitor patient vitals and provide critical support to the anesthetist when required.
- Count surgical instruments, sponges, and consumables before, during, and after surgery.
- Follow surgical safety checklists as per DOH/JCI standards.
3. Post-Operative Responsibilities
- Assist in safe transfer of patients to the recovery room.
- Provide postoperative care and monitoring until handover.
- Document all nursing interventions, patient observations, and surgical details accurately.
- Ensure proper disposal of medical waste and cleaning of OT as per infection control guidelines.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
- Valid DOH License or DOH Eligibility.
- Minimum 1–2 years of OT experience in a hospital or day surgery center.
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, instruments, and infection control.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Compassionate, patient-focused, and safety-oriented approach.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month