Clinical Resource Nurse Medication Safety – Mental Health Center

Join King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh as a Clinical Resource Nurse in the Mental Health Center!

Why Join KAMC?

✅ 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 Clinical Resource 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, lead, manage and oversee the activities of the assigned Nursing departments by assuming a 24-hour accountability; oversee clinical nursing performance and priority setting underpinned by the development of policy, procedures and guidelines.

Education/Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• OR Associate Degree/Diploma or country equivalent + Bachelor’s in Nursing related field

Experience Post-Qualifications:

• Experience from North America, Western Europe, Australia, or New Zealand is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience post-qualification.
• Minimum of one (1) year in medication safety or a related specialty.

License:

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

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate medication safety activities within the Mental Health Center, promoting safe medication practices and reducing risk of errors.
• Provide clinical guidance and bedside support to nursing staff during medication administration, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures and evidence-based practice.
• Educate and train nursing staff on medication safety principles, high-risk medications and error prevention strategies, based on identified learning needs.
• Monitor compliance with medication safety standards, policies and documentation requirements through regular audits and safety rounds.
• Review, analyze and report medication errors, near misses and adverse drug events; identify trends and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve medication management processes and patient safety outcomes.
• Participate in the development, review and implementation of medication-related policies, procedures and clinical guidelines aligned with organizational and international standards.
• Support and lead quality improvement initiatives related to medication safety; track key performance indicators and implement action plans for improvement.
• Assess and validate nursing competencies related to medication administration; address performance gaps in collaboration with nurse managers and educators.
• Act as a clinical resource and mentor for nurses, students and new staff, promoting best practices in medication safety within mental health settings.
• Maintain accurate records of education, competency assessments, audits and safety activities; prepare reports for leadership as required.
• Address medication safety risks specific to mental health, including psychotropic medications, polypharmacy and controlled substances management.
• Promote a culture of patient safety, accountability and continuous improvement within the nursing team and across the organization.
• Participate in committees, meetings and organizational initiatives related to medication safety and quality of care.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.