ICU Nurse

Job Title: ICU Nurse (Intensive Care Unit Nurse)Department: Critical Care / Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Reports To: ICU Manager / Nurse Supervisor
Location: [Insert Hospital/Facility Name]
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Per Diem
Shift: Day / Night / Rotating

Job Summary:

The ICU Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality care to critically ill or injured patients in the Intensive Care Unit. They monitor and assess patients, administer treatments, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess patients’ vital signs, medical condition, and responses to treatment.
• Administer medications, intravenous fluids, and life-saving interventions.
• Operate and manage advanced life support equipment (e.g., ventilators, infusion pumps).
• Document all patient care activities, observations, and medical records accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with doctors and healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
• Communicate effectively with patients’ families and provide emotional support.
• Maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to medical emergencies and code situations.
• Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.
• Educate patients and families on care procedures, conditions, and recovery processes.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license (required)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification (preferred or required within a certain period)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification (required)
• Minimum of 1–2 years experience in critical care nursing (preferred)

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and manage complex care situations

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift patients or equipment as needed
• Tolerance for long shifts, night shifts, and potentially stressful situations

Work Environment:

• Hospital ICU/critical care unit
• Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and emergency situations

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund