Nursing Intensivist

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Monitoring:

• Provide direct, round-the-clock nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Monitor vital signs and clinical parameters, interpret data, and identify early signs of deterioration.
• Administer medications, intravenous infusions, and titrate vasoactive drugs as per ICU protocols.
• Manage mechanical ventilation, tracheostomy care, suctioning, and oxygen therapy.
• Perform critical procedures such as CVP monitoring, arterial line care, NG/OG tube insertion, and central line care.
• Ensure strict aseptic techniques and infection control protocols are maintained at all times.

Emergency Response:

• Respond promptly to Code Blue and other medical emergencies within the unit.
• Assist physicians during emergency procedures like intubation, resuscitation, and invasive monitoring.
• Provide advanced life support (ALS/BLS certified care) as needed.

Documentation & Coordination:

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including assessments, nursing interventions, medication administration, and progress notes.
• Coordinate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other ICU staff to ensure integrated patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients families, providing updates and emotional support.

Training & Development:

• Participate in orientation and training of new ICU nurses and junior staff.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest critical care practices, equipment, and guidelines.
• Attend and contribute to ICU rounds, audits, and nursing conferences.

Quality & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, ICU protocols, and accreditation standards (e.g., NABH, JCI).
• Participate in infection control audits, medication error reporting, and nursing quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and maintain ICU equipment; promptly report malfunctions or safety concerns.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Educational Qualification:

• B.Sc Nursing / GNM with ICU training (Post Basic B.Sc Nursing preferred)
• Critical Care Nursing Certification / Diploma (preferred)

• Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of ICU experience in a multispecialty or tertiary care hospital.
• Hands-on experience with ventilators, infusion pumps, and critical care protocols.

• Licensure:

• Registered Nurse with valid Nursing Council Registration (State/National)

Key Skills:

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making in emergency and high-stress environments
• In-depth knowledge of ICU equipment and procedures
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Compassionate, patient-focused attitude
• Ability to work in rotating shifts and extended hours when necessary

Desirable Attributes:

• ACLS / BLS certification (mandatory or preferred based on hospital policy)
• Experience in specialized ICUs (e.g., Neuro ICU, Cardiac ICU, Pediatric ICU)
• Participation in ICU accreditation, audits, and quality improvement programs
• Teaching or mentorship experience in clinical nursing settings