Pediatric Operating Room Staff Nurse

Join King Abdullah Specialist Children Hospital as a Pediatric Operating Room  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 Operating Room 

License:

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

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed neurological assessments including Glasgow Coma Scale, pupil response, limb strength, and level of consciousness.
• Monitor for signs of increased intracranial pressure and report changes immediately.
• Provide pre operative and post operative care for neurosurgical procedures such as tumor resection, shunt placement, spinal surgery, and cranial reconstruction.
• Monitor and manage external ventricular drains, VP shunts, and other neurosurgical devices when applicable.
• Assess surgical sites for bleeding, CSF leakage, and infection.
• Administer prescribed medications including anticonvulsants, steroids, analgesics, and IV therapies within the scope of the Registered Nurse license.
• Recognize and respond promptly to seizures and neurological emergencies.
• Collaborate closely with pediatric neurosurgeons, neurologists, intensivists, and rehabilitation teams.
• Provide age appropriate education and emotional support to patients and families regarding condition, surgery, and recovery expectations.
• Maintain strict infection prevention practices, particularly for neurosurgical wounds and invasive devices.
• Participate in emergency response and code situations.
• Maintain accurate and timely neurological documentation.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives related to neurosurgical outcomes and patient safety.
• Support discharge planning including rehabilitation referrals and long term follow up coordination.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and accountability in all aspects of care.