Child and Adolescent Health Services Staff Nurse

Join King Abdullah Specialist Children Hospital as a Child and Adolescent Health Services Staff Nurse 

Why Join KASCH?

✅ World-Class Facilities – Work in a cutting-edge medical center. 
✅ Career Growth – Access professional development, research opportunities, and mentorship programs.
✅ Competitive Benefits – Tax-free salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

If you’re a skilled Staff Nurse looking for a rewarding career in an advanced healthcare setting, apply today!

Summary

Within the mission, vision and values of Saudi Arabian Ministry of National Guard – Health Affairs, in close collaboration with medical and other healthcare team members demonstrates advanced nursing knowledge and applies this knowledge to the assessment, diagnosis, and delivering of comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care in alignment with established clinical standards.

Education/Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Experience Post-Qualifications:

• Experience from North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand is a must.
• Minimum Two (2) years of clinical experience post qualification
• Minimum One (1) year in the Mental Health Unit 

License:

Current and in good Standing Nursing License/Registration (RN) to practice in country of residence

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate advanced nursing knowledge and clinical competence in the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Unit.
• Act as an advisor and resource person within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Unit.
• Work in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team within the remit of the Registered Nurse (RN) license to provide advanced nursing care to children and adolescents with mental health conditions.
• Act as an advisor and resource person for current evidence-based nursing practice information in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team.
• Function as a patient advocate for children and adolescents receiving mental health services.
• Maintain documentation and record keeping that verify activities according to department guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of all records, reports, and results related to Mental Health Services.
• Participate in research activities and support the use of best practice guidelines in Child and Adolescent Mental Health nursing.
• Assess patient and family educational needs and readiness to learn, and support discharge planning using available resources.
• Demonstrate respect, compassion, and cultural sensitivity toward patients, families, and staff.
• Advocate for excellence in mental health patient care and patient rights.
• Lead and participate in the development of nursing initiatives or educational programs aimed at improving patient quality and experience.
• Undertake clinical audits and participate in clinical improvement activities that support nursing practice development.
• Maintain infection prevention and control measures according to hospital policy.
• Participate in the evaluation of systems and programs to improve patient outcomes and service effectiveness in Mental Health Services.
• Make recommendations for changes based on evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines.
• Lead and participate in the development and review of policies, procedures, and clinical practice guidelines.
• Serve as a professional role model, consultant, and educator for nursing staff.
• Support orientation and clinical development of new nursing staff.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with healthcare team members.
• Assume responsibility for own actions, decisions, and professional conduct.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of duties with minimal supervision.
• Support staff during complex or high-risk clinical situations.
• Participate in crisis management and behavioral intervention planning for children and adolescents.
• Promote a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.