Emergency Nurse/Casualty Nurse

·Check inventory of all equipment, crash cart and instruments as per the inventory register and inform the senior nurse /head nurse in case of any discrepancies noted.

·Check the communication book for any new instructions during every shift.

·Check the census of the department.

·Enquire and know about the following:

Admissions in casualty.

Transfer from casualty.

List of investigation done.

Discharges from casualty.

·Take over of all patients as per the guidelines mentioned in the handing over and taking over protocol.

·Receive patients in the casualty, assess the patient & provide the necessary treatment.

·Document the initial assessment findings in the progress notes.

·Monitor vital signs routine / as per the orders and document it.

·Ensure replacement of medicines, if not endorse to the next shift.

·Post all IP issues and bedside procedures.

·Complete all relevant documents.

·Check the patient’s records for any changes, special orders etc.

·Endorse the patients to the next shift staff.

·Inform any special events during the shift to the Nursing Superintendent.

·Prepare a brief report on the progress of the patient on the HIS and forward a copy to the Nursing Superintendent.

·Ensure that all admissions, transfers and discharges are entered in the admission discharge register.

·Prepare the patients for surgeries / procedures.

Additional Responsibilities during Night Shift:

·Prepare the dressing trolley, trays to be sent to the CSSD. Trays should be washed and dried thoroughly. Articles should be cleaned and replaced.

In case of Emergencies:

·Ensure that the consent for surgery / procedure is obtained and the necessary preparations for the surgery / procedure has been done.

·Keep the folders ready for surgeries.

·Ensure all the procedures performed throughout the day are entered in the bedside procedures.

·Check the expiry dates of the medicines and send the medicines nearing expiry to the pharmacy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹14,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person