School Nurse - Abu Dhabi

apartmentGEMS Education placeAbu Dhabi calendar_month 

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Job description

GEMS Founders School - Dubai South is looking for a qualified and compassionate school nurse to join our school clinic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting the health and well-being of our students and staff by providing professional nursing care, maintaining accurate health records, and ensuring full compliance with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) guidelines.

This position is vital in supporting a safe, healthy, and inclusive school environment that enables students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key responsibilities:

  • Health services & first aid
Provide immediate first aid and nursing care to students and staff when required.
Assess students' health complaints and administer appropriate treatment or referrals.
Respond to medical emergencies and activate emergency protocols as necessary.
  • Health records & documentation
Maintain accurate, up-to-date health records for all students and staff.
Monitor chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies) and implement care plans.
Ensure compliance with DHA requirements regarding immunization records and reporting.
  • Medication management
Administer prescription and over-the-counter medications in accordance with school and DHA policies.
Securely store and manage medications in the school clinic.
Monitor expiry dates and stock levels of all medical supplies.
  • Regulatory compliance
Ensure the clinic is operating according to DHA/MOH guidelines and inspection standards.
Assist in preparing and participating in MOH/DHA audits and school health inspections.
Follow infection control and COVID-19 safety protocols as per UAE regulations.
  • Health promotion & preventive care
Educate students and staff on health, hygiene, and wellness topics.
Participate in school health campaigns, workshops, and awareness activities.
Monitor communicable diseases and report outbreaks to authorities as required.
  • Liaison & communication

Communicate effectively with parents about student health issues.

Coordinate with external health services and regulatory bodies as needed.

Work collaboratively with teachers, counsellors, and leadership teams to support student welfare.

Qualifications & experience:

  • Valid DHA registered nurse license (mandatory)
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (preferably pediatric/school nursing)
  • Current BLS/CPR certification
  • Strong organizational, communication, and record-keeping skills

Core competencies:

  • Compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Confidentiality and ethical professionalism
  • Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity
  • Emergency response capability
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student.

Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.

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