Staff Nurse (ward, picu, nicu, OT, LDR)

Role & responsibilities

Assists with the efficient functioning of the Ward. Adherence to Nursing Clinical standards - Renders professional bedside nursing care.- Prepares nursing care plans for assigned patients with an understanding of individualizing treatment plans, patient compliance, acceptability and comfort.- Attends call bell within 2 minutes.- Functions as SPOC for all non-medical services, to ensure speedy service.- Conducts Room orientation competently for all admissions.- Completes the Nursing Assessment Guide within 30 minutes of patients admission.- Reviews the doctors notes and drug chart on admission and implements it.- Checks and records vital signs legibly and promptly.- Accompanies Consultants on rounds; carries out orders completely.- Ensures that all investigations are conducted as advised by the doctor, reports available on time for doctors perusal and further advice.- Assist the doctors in special procedures, dressings and rounds.For following procedures , ensures procedure trolleys are correctly set:

• PV Examination
• Pap Smear
• Blood sampling

- Coordinates procurement of blood and blood products for transfusion. Any reactions must be reported to treating consultant, IC & NS immediately.- Accompanies patient for special procedures and investigations.- Prepares the patient for labor room and delivery.- Completes the transfer formalities as per the In-house Transfer Policy.- Completes the preoperative checklist before sending the patient to operation theatre.- The Obstetrics & Gynecology nurse has specific duties in providing care for mothers and their babies during pregnancy - helps expectant parents prepare for labor and delivery. Offers health education and counseling in:

• Breastfeeding
• Additional feeding
• Maternal diet
• Newborn care
• Parenting
• Ante natal & postnatal care
• Effect of medication

Preferred candidate profile

Preferred candidate profile