EMERGENCY NURSE 4 – EMS Observation Team Lead

The Emergency Nurse 4 provides senior-level nursing leadership within an emergency or EMS observation setting. The role supports safe, timely patient care, effective clinical workflows, and coordination across the multidisciplinary team. As an observation team lead, the nurse also helps guide junior colleagues, address operational concerns, and maintain consistent standards in a high-pressure environment.

The position requires calm prioritisation, accurate assessment, and prompt escalation when a patient’s condition changes. The nurse should support a respectful team environment and ensure that handovers, records, and clinical decisions remain clear during busy periods and urgent situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing activity and help maintain safe workflows within the emergency observation team.
• Assess patients, monitor clinical changes, and escalate urgent findings to the responsible clinician.
• Support evidence-based care and compliance with unit procedures and patient-safety standards.
• Guide junior staff, share clinical knowledge, and contribute to staff development.
• Coordinate handovers and work with the multidisciplinary team to support timely, consistent care.
• Review operational issues and contribute to process improvements that enhance service efficiency.

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least six years of nursing experience, including three years in emergency care or a related field, is required.
• A three-year international nursing diploma or bachelor’s degree in nursing is required.
• Current registered-nurse licence, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.
• Full English proficiency is required; Arabic is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Emergency assessment and clinical prioritisation
• Team leadership and shift coordination
• Clear handovers and accurate documentation
• Composure, communication, and patient-centred care

Employment Details

This vacancy is based in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The role works within Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare’s operating environment and follows applicable workplace, quality, safety, and confidentiality procedures. The position calls for dependable attendance, clear communication, accurate records, and a professional approach to colleagues, customers, and service partners. Applicants should ensure that their background matches the role-specific criteria before submitting an application.