School Nurse
Doha College
Qatar
- Expired
- Salary:
- Tax-Free
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- November 2017
- Apply by:
- 5 November 2017
Job overview
School Nurse
Doha College is one of the oldest British curriculum schools in Qatar providing a world class education for 1914 students between the ages of 3 and 18, who represent over 72 nationalities. Established in 1980, the college was originally opened to meet the demand for a British-style education, and continues to operate under the sponsorship of the British Embassy on a not-for-profit basis.
Primary Objective of Role
The School Nurse will maintain the Nurse's Room within either the Primary or Secondary School to ensure that pupils and staff receive appropriate health care and advice in order to maximise their ability to learn and develop physically, socially and emotionally.
Accountability and Responsibilities
Nursing Duties
§ Plan, develop and maintain a Nurse Room offering a comprehensive range of advice and support for pupils.
§ Maintain a high standard of care in accordance with professional guidelines and appropriate ethical code.
§ Promote a holistic approach to health care, including preventative advice.
§ Coordinate First Aid training for staff and First Aid boxes.
§ Ensure pupils have the necessary nursing care to maximise the ability to learn effectively and stay safe.
§ Promote healthy lifestyles so that pupils can make informed choices concerning physical, social and psychological health.
§ Give first aid during sporting events, after accidents or when sudden illness occurs; arrange transport and referral to suitable medical facility as necessary.
§ Liaise with parents of pupils to plan nursing care needed during the day to help support the student with medical problems whether short or long term. Create a care plan as necessary.
§ Enable pupils with permanent or temporary disability to access lessons with minimal disruption to the pupils’ education.
§ Support pupils who may be having difficulties of any kind while at school.
§ Attend to pupils problems as they occur during the school day and during after school activities.
§ Liaise with teaching staff to ensure that pupils receive the most appropriate nursing care to support learning.
§ Keep accurate records of nursing care in the form of a nursing log and individual notes for pupils with specific on-going needs. To keep an incident record for serious incidents.
§ Refer pupils as appropriate for further support, counseling and guidance.
§ Update pupil medical lists as necessary.
§ Maintain hygiene standards within the School.
§ Review the Primary Health Policy annually.
§ Provide education for pupils on health issues.
§ Formulate letters and correspondence with parents.
§ Create a medical report using SIMS programme for all school trips and sporting tournaments.
§ Follow directives from Ministry of Public Health such as vision testing, growth monitoring and occasional vaccination programmes.
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
§ Working with children / young people, preferably in an educational setting.
§ Valid nursing experience in a hospital or other environment.
§ Sensitive, caring and responsive to the needs of children / young people.
§ Fluent in English.
§ Knowledge of computer applications such as MS Word, Excel etc.
§ Ability to support, advise and council.
§ Good communication skills.
§ Willing to undertake further training as required.
§ Administrative background.
Education and Training
§ Recognised nursing qualification:
§ Registered General Nurse (RGN) - Essential.
§ Registered Sick Children’s Nurse (RSCN) – Desirable.
§ Currently registered with a recognised nursing body in home country.
Special Circumstances
§ It is essential that the holder of the position is caring, supportive and sensitive to children with specific needs.
§ Prepared to obtain license as a Registered Nurse with Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health, if not already.
Only candidates with a family sponsorship, currently residing in Qatar will be considered.
Instructions to Apply:
Candidates must download the Doha College application form and submit the same through our website. The completed form will have to be uploaded as an attachment.
Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced criminal record check.
Attached documents
About Doha College
As one of the oldest British Schools in Qatar, Doha College boasts a rich history of educational excellence based on firmly embedded values, a passion for learning and an international environment that inspires through its sheer diversity. We are the first school in the world to be honoured with the High-Performance Learning (HPL) accreditation, as well as the first school in Qatar to be accredited under the new Council of British International Schools (COBIS) Patron’s Accreditation and Compliance Scheme.
Originally opened in 1980, the school continues to operate under the sponsorship of the British Embassy on a not-for-profit basis, featuring over 2,000 students, aged 3 -18, from 68 different nationalities. We are truly an international school teaching the well-respected British curriculum offering IGCSE, AS and A levels in a wide range of subjects.
Benefitting from a 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus that opened in September 2020, we offer cutting-edge facilities and inspiring learning environments that feature dedicated zones for Primary and Secondary, as well as expansive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, drama studios and swimming pools. Our world-class campus allows future generations of Doha College students to thrive and unlock their full potential in an environment that is fit for the learning needs of the 21st century.
Doha College’s salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, a monthly accommodation allowance, an annual flight allowance and a substantial settling-in allowance. We have a comprehensive onboarding and orientation programme, providing support at every step of the process, which allows new staff to effectively navigate the challenges that come with an international move. Doha College also offers an enormous CPD budget, allowing our staff to multiply their talent and pursue further education and training courses within Qatar and around the world.
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication means that Qatar is a country like no other and its capital Doha is a city that has something for everyone. Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
In keeping with our motto Excellence for All, Excellence from All, we foster outstanding relationships from which both, students and staff, draw their ambition to do well and make a lasting contribution to College life and society as a whole - so why not apply and join our team.
Vision
To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning and create aspirational minds.
Mission
With the growth-mindset philosophy of High-Performance Learning, we develop confidence, creativity and intellectual curiosity in a safe, caring and inclusive environment for our students to make a lasting contribution to global society.
Core Values
- Excellence and diligence
- Respect and Integrity
- Commitment and Accountability
- Perseverance and Honesty
- Fun and Enjoyment
- Challenge and reward
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Safeguarding and Child Protection
Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here.
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