Practical Nurse
Nursing Pool
Deadline Dec 31 2025
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Basic Functions

Provide direct and indirect age-specific patient care services to assigned patients during scheduled shifts within the framework of Patient-Centered Care. Perform nursing duties that meet the physical, psychosocial, cultural, and general needs of the patient and family, while maintaining institutional requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures, and standards.
Support the mission and vision of the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) and that of the Department.

 

Minimum Requirements
  • Practical Nurse Diploma or BT in Nursing.
  • No experience required.
  • Strong command of Arabic and English (EET >/= 500). French is an asset
  • Basic knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office.
  • Required: License to Practice as a Practical Nurse


Interested applicants are invited to register/login and complete the online application and apply to the vacancy prior to December 31 2025 on the following link: http://www1.aubmc.org.lb/hremp/

For Internal Applicants: In addition to the updated C.V., a letter of intent should be addressed to the Human Resources Department with a copy to the concerned Supervisor(s).

Within the framework of Lebanese Law, the American University of Beirut is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary

Provide direct and indirect age-specific patient care services to assigned patients during scheduled shifts within the framework of Patient-Centered Care. Perform nursing duties that meet the physical, psychosocial, cultural, and general needs of the patient and family, while maintaining institutional requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures, and standards.
Support the mission and vision of the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) and that of the Department.

 

Essential Functions / Task Groups

Tasks: 

  • Greet, receive, and create a positive experience for every patient/family by demonstrating a professional, caring, empathetic and friendly approach following the service excellence standards and guidelines.
  • Provide age-specific nursing care, including treatments, vital sign recording, and assistance in various medical procedures such as Lumbar Puncture and chest tube insertion while maintaining adherence to patient safety policies and procedures.
  • Facilitate patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes, while actively participating in pre and postoperative care.
  • Prioritize care based on medical and nursing diagnosis, patient history, and expected patient outcomes.
  • Respond to patients’ needs promptly and answer their requests within the scope of job requirements.
  • Monitor patient’s medical conditions and emotional stability and promptly report any changes to the Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse/ Nurse Manager.
  • Collect and label ordered specimens (urine, sputum, drainage, etc.) for testing purposes.
  • Efficiently complete tasks with minimal supervision, ensuring accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
  • Perform directed cleaning duties, including equipment and instruments disinfection, packing items for sterilization, checking physician cubicles’ examination tables and linen, and maintaining overall unit orderliness.
  • Assist in maintaining an adequate stock of supplies.
  • Operate all unit equipment, instruments and furniture following established protocols and promptly report any malfunction to the Registered Nurse/Nurse Manager.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
Critical Competencies
Client Focus, Achievement Orientation, Initiative, Communication Skills, Safety and Health Management, Technical Expertise, Team Skills, Planning and Organizing, Information and Records Administration, Professionalism, Applied Technology, English Comprehension, Stress management, Patient Assessment, Organizational Awareness, Resource Management, Computer Skills.
Knowledge / Know-How

Knowledge:
Knowledge of practical nursing techniques and methods
Basic knowledge of infection control and safety measures

Education:
Minimum Education: Practical Nurse (PN) Diploma or Baccalaureate Technique (BT) Degree in Nursing.

Requirements:
License to Practice as a Practical Nurse.

Experience:
Minimum Experience: 0 - 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Languages:
Minimum Languages: Arabic and English (EET >/= 500) Preferred Languages: French is an asset

Computer Skills:
Basic knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office

Impact of Actions / Decisions
Promotion of objectives (compliance with standards of care and practice, Professional Practice Model, Patient Centered Care, nursing process, quality improvement, patient satisfaction, service excellence, staff competence, etc)
Job Structure
Work according to pre-established standards of care and practice.
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibility

Reporting Channel:
1st Level: Nurse Manager
2nd Level: Nurse Leader for Clinical Affairs

Supervisory Channel:
None

Job Characteristics
Physical Effort:   Moderate Physical Effort
Work Schedule:   Shift Basis and/or On-Call
Working Conditions:   Exposed to patient element