Nursing Assistant

Key Responsibilities:1. Diabetic OP Care

• Assist in vital monitoring – BP, Pulse, Temperature, Weight, Blood Sugar.
• Guide diabetic patients regarding consultation flow, diet, lab, pharmacy & foot care services.
• Assist patients with mobility, especially elderly diabetic patients.
• Support nurses during routine assessments & patient education.

2. Diabetic Foot Screening

• Perform basic foot assessment, check for:
• Neuropathy symptoms
• Ulcers, cracks, callus, infections
• Foot hygiene & circulation status
• Prepare the patient for detailed foot examination by doctor/podiatrist.
• Maintain foot clinic instruments & sterilization.

3. ECG / ECHO Assistance

• Prepare patient for ECG/ECHO (positioning, electrode placement guidance).
• Assist technicians/cardiologist during the procedure.
• Clean & maintain ECG/ECHO machines after every use.
• Ensure proper data entry & report dispatch to respective departments.
• Explain procedure and provide comfort to the patient.

4. Injection & Medication Support

• Administer insulin/injections only under staff nurse/doctor supervision.
• Check and follow insulin storage guidelines & dosage instructions.
• Maintain Injection registers & drug usage documentation.
• Maintain aseptic technique & follow injection safety protocols.
• Observe and report adverse reactions immediately.

5. Documentation & Record Maintenance

• Record vital data, foot test findings & procedure notes in OP registers/electronic systems.
• Maintain patient confidentiality strictly.
• Assist in daily reporting and case file compilation.

6. Coordination & Patient Support

• Coordinate with OP/Foot clinic/Lab/Pharmacy for patient flow.
• Assist in crowd control during peak hours.
• Guide patients with empathy and maintain good communication.

Qualification & Skills:

• ANM / GNM / Nursing Assistant / Diploma in Nursing Care.
• Experience in diabetic care/ECG/ECHO/injection handling preferred.
• Knowledge of glucometer use & basic emergency response.
• Good communication in Tamil & English (Hindi advantage).
• Calm, patient-friendly and attentive to clinical detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹14,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person