Staff Nurse / Senior Staff Nurse – NICU

Staff Nurses

Key Responsibilities

• Neonate Care & Safety:

• Ensure the

  safety and security of neonates

  by consistently following established safety measures.
• Monitor neonates on

  incubators and ventilators

  , promptly reporting any abnormal findings.
• Provide professional

  bedside nursing care

  and prepare comprehensive nursing care plans.
• Assist doctors in the management of asphyxiated neonates, including

  resuscitation and stabilization

  .
• Complete the

  preoperative checklist

  before a neonate is transferred to the operation theatre.

• Communication & Family Support:

• Provide regular updates on the neonate's condition to parents at least twice a day.
• Immediately inform parents of any changes in their neonate's condition.
• Offer

  emotional strength and comfort

  to parents during their time in the NICU.

• Clinical & Administrative Duties:

• Review doctors notes and drug charts upon admission and execute actions as required.
• Ensure all prescribed investigations are conducted and that reports are available for doctors in a timely manner.
• Raise pharmacy indents, check received items, and manage stock in the bedside locker and medication trolley.
• Coordinate the procurement of

  blood and blood products

  for transfusions and report any adverse reactions immediately to the treating consultant, Incharge, and Nursing Superintendent.

• Knowledge & Compliance:

• Possess a thorough knowledge of

  gestational age assessment

  , and the specific problems associated with premature, post-mature, and growth-restricted neonates.
• Be aware of and competent in

  APGAR scoring

  .
• Hold certification in

  NALS & NRP (Neonatal Advanced Life Support & Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

  .
• Have thorough knowledge of

  I.V. fluid and drug calculations

  .
• Adhere strictly to protocols for

  Infection Control

  , hand washing, medication, and narcotics.
• Be aware of and implement

  NABH & NE (Nursing Excellence)

  standards.
• Ensure visitors comply with

  Aseptic protocols

  when entering the NICU.

Educational Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.
• A valid State Registration Nursing Council Certificate is required.

Required Skills

• Specialized Knowledge:

  Deep understanding of neonatal care, including critical care, resuscitation, and common conditions.

• Attention to Detail:

  Meticulous in carrying out medical instructions, managing medications, and maintaining patient records.

• Communication:

  Strong verbal skills to effectively communicate with doctors, nurses, and especially with parents during a stressful time.

• Teamwork:

  Ability to work collaboratively with the NICU team and other hospital departments.

• Resilience:

  Capacity to handle high-pressure situations and make quick, informed decisions.

• Compassion:

  A genuine and caring attitude towards neonates and their families.