Staff Nurse (ICU, Ward, Emergency, Operation Theatre, Recovery, OPD)

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DEPARTMENT : NURSING

POSITION : STAFF NURSE/NURSE ASSISTANT/TRAINEE

REPORTING TO : FLOOR INCHARGE

QUALIFICATION : DIPLOMA IN GENERAL NURSING & MIDWIFERY / B.SC. NURSING

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JOB DESCRIPTION

JD- Emergency Nurse

• 1. Responsible for maintaining care standards in the emergency room
• 2. Initiate triage and help doctors in providing treatment in case of mass casualties
• 3. Work closely with doctors to keep patients and their family members updated on test results or treatment recommendations
• 4. Maintain contact with laboratory personnel to report any initial lab findings back to the ER doctors
• 5. Make arrangements for patients that are deemed to need care requiring them to be admitted to the hospital for one night or longer
• 6. Ensure adequate stock of medicines and consumables in Recovery room
• 7. Ensure all medical equipments are in functional status and report to BME Department in case of any breakdown or due preventive maintenance and calibration
• 8. Take care of Crash cart trolley for adequate stock , timely replenishment and maintain checklist
• 9. Maintain departmental documentations including quality indicators
• 10. Participate actively in training programs for enhancing professional and technical knowledge
• 11. Participate in quality assurance activities for continuous quality improvement of department and organization

• JD- Post- OP Recovery
• 1. Evaluate patients condition, vital signs and assess when she/hes ready to move to the ward
• 2. Symptomatic management - administer pain or anti-nausea medication to control the symptoms as per anaesthetists/ surgeons order
• 3. Early recognition of clinical problems and report to doctor, or take appropriate action if emergency
• 4. Provide Oxygen therapy and secretion suctions if needed
• 5. Collect specimens such as blood, sputum, stool and urine, order and record laboratory results
• 6. Take care for a patient until he/she has recovered from anesthesia
• 7. Inform anesthetist/surgeon for any compliant and complications
• 8. Ensure adequate stock of medicines and consumables in Recovery room
• 9. Ensure all medical equipments are in functional status and report to BME Department in case of any breakdown or due preventive maintenance and calibration
• 10. Take care of Crash cart trolley for adequate stock , timely replenishment and maintain checklist
• 11. Demonstrate good communication skills with patients, families, Consultants and members of the multi-disciplinary team
• 12. Maintain environmental sterility and movements of staffs/visitors in Post- op Recovery room
• 13. Adhere to infection control practices w. r. t. patient care and within recovery room
• 14. Maintain departmental documentations including quality indicators
• 15. Participate actively in training programmes for enhancing professional and technical knowledge
• 16. Participate in quality assurance activities for continuous quality improvement of department and organization.
• 17. Give proper handover while shifting back the patient to the private room/ward.

• JD- Ward Nurse
• 1. To ensure delivery of patient care through implementation of prescribed medication and monitoring effects.
• 2. To provide nursing care to patients based on established clinical practice standards.
• 3. To collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery.
• 4. To actively participate in programs for quality improvement in nursing practices.
• 5. To maintain positive interpersonal relations with subordinates & seniors.
• 6. To promote a safe environment for patients, visitors and coworkers including the implementations of infection control policies of the hospital.
• 7. To perform the initial and reassessment of the patient within the defined time frame.
• 8. To check daily inventory of Medicines & Other Equipments.
• 9. To provide Pre & Post operative care to the inpatient as per protocols.
• 10. To provide health education to the patients as required.
• 11. To instruct IV Class staff for cleaning, changing of bed sheets, sponging the patient, other routine necessities of patients and biomedical waste management. Report Checking of all patients.(Supervisory).
• 12. To give priority to emergency cases and to co-ordinate with the consultants / respective department for the same.
• 13. To maintain appropriate departmental documentation.
• 14. To treat all communication about patients, staff, and other organizational business confidentially.
• 15. To be involved in quality Assurance / Quality control activities.
• 16. To perform all the jobs as may be assigned due to exigencies of work.
• 17. Participation in Continuous Quality Improvement.
• 18. To communicate all patient grievances to the nursing supervisor.
• 19. To elaborate all discharge medications, follow up visit and DJR date.

JD- OPD Nurse

• 1. Initial assessment of patients before consultation and inform immediately if there any emergency concern.
• 2. Insure adequate inventory in consultation ; chamber
• 3. Minor dressing of OPD Patients. As doctors advice.
• 4. To treat all communication about patients, staff, and other organizational business confidentially.
• 5. To be involved in quality Assurance / Quality control activities.
• 6. To perform all the jobs as may be assigned due to exigencies of work.
• 7. Participation in Continuous Quality Improvement

JD - ICU Nurse

• 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.