Intensive Care Nurse

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DOCUMENT- JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES

DEPARTMENT     : NURSING-ICU 

POSITION             : STAFF NURSE 

REPORTING TO   : Intensivist/ Anesthetist 

QUALIFICATION    : Diploma/B.Sc Nursing with minimum 2 years of experience in ICU/HDU 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key areas of responsibility:

• Observe and assess patient vital signs and initiate appropriate medical interventions when necessary
• Develops, implements and evaluates a plan of care based on patient's needs.
• Identify and address potential complications such as infections, bleeding, or respiratory issues early to prevent deterioration
• Evaluate and manage patients pain levels, administering pain relief medications as prescribed 
• Follow strict hygiene and safety protocols to prevent the transmission of illnesses and ensure patient safety
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families during critical and often stressful periods.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, documenting all medical interventions, patient responses, and changes in condition.
• Manage inventory of medicines/consumables and ensure the stock is available and adequate 
• Check Biomedical equipments are in functional status and maintain related checklists
• Manage and maintain crash cart trolley 
• Prepare patients for discharge from ICU by ensuring they are stable and providing discharge instructions 
• Keep accurate and detailed records of patients recovery progress, interventions provided, and any observations relevant to their ongoing care
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and training programs.