ممرض عناية مركزة للأطفال (PICU)

Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

Danat Al Emarat is a world-class specialty women’s and children’s hospital in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It offers advanced medical services across specialties including Neonatology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Women’s Health. The hospital is one of the very few to encompass a dedicated Fetal Medicine Department along with a full-fledged Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the UAE. This has established Danat Al Emarat as a regional referral center for women with high-risk pregnancies, supported by its Level III NICU providing care for the most fragile newborns.

A Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Nurse is a highly skilled healthcare professional dedicated to providing specialized, life-saving care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. Working in a fast-paced and high-acuity environment, PICU nurses monitor complex conditions, operate advanced life-support equipment, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive and compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, high-quality nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in accordance with established clinical standards and protocols
• Continuously monitor and assess patients’ vital signs, neurological status, and overall condition, promptly identifying and responding to changes
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and advanced life support interventions, including ventilation and cardiac monitoring
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Operate and manage specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and monitoring systems
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress
• Support and educate patients’ families, providing clear communication and emotional reassurance during critical situations
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and quality standards to ensure a safe clinical environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the relevant regulatory body (e.g., DOH/DHA/MOH)
• Minimum of 2–3 years of recent experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit or critical care setting

• Provide comprehensive, high-quality nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients in accordance with established clinical standards and protocols
• Continuously monitor and assess patients’ vital signs, neurological status, and overall condition, promptly identifying and responding to changes
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and advanced life support interventions, including ventilation and cardiac monitoring
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Operate and manage specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and monitoring systems
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress
• Support and educate patients’ families, providing clear communication and emotional reassurance during critical situations
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and quality standards to ensure a safe clinical environment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the relevant regulatory body (e.g., DOH/DHA/MOH)
• Minimum of 2–3 years of recent experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit or critical care setting