Staff Nurse

**Job Description: Staff Nurse. (Ward)**

A Staff Nurse working in a ward typically has a diverse set of responsibilities focused on patient care and ensuring the smooth functioning of the ward. Here's a general job description for this role:
**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Patient Care.**
- Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and provide other clinical treatments according to physician's orders.
- Ensure patient comfort, hygiene, and dignity are maintained throughout their stay.
- Respond promptly to patient call bells and manage immediate patient needs.
- Educate patients and their families on care plans, medications, and procedures.

**2. Clinical Duties.**
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including electronic medical records.
- Prepare and assist in diagnostic tests, treatments, and surgical interventions.
- Provide wound care, catheter care, and other nursing interventions.
- Monitor changes in patients' conditions and report significant findings to the doctor or senior staff.
- Participate in patient handovers at shift changes to ensure continuity of care.

**3. Team Collaboration.**
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (physicians, therapists, social workers, etc.) to ensure holistic care.
- Supervise junior nurses, healthcare assistants, and nursing students, providing mentorship and guidance.
- Attend and contribute to ward rounds, team meetings, and patient case conferences.

**4. Ward Management.**
- Ensure that all healthcare equipment is in working order and properly maintained.
- Manage patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Comply with infection prevention and control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Maintain appropriate stock levels of medications, medical supplies, and other resources.
- Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and compliance with hospital policies and protocols.

**5. Health & Safety.**
- Adhere to the hospital’s health and safety policies, ensuring a safe working environment for patients and staff.
- Recognize and act upon any risks or hazards, reporting incidents in line with hospital procedures.
- Respond to medical emergencies, including resuscitation and other critical care procedures as necessary.

**6. Professional Development.**
- Keep up to date with nursing best practices, healthcare regulations, and clinical guidelines.
- Attend mandatory training sessions and seek opportunities for continuing professional development.
- Comply with the nursing code of conduct and ethics.

**Skills and Qualifications**:

- Registered number is compulsory.
- GNM/ANM degree required.
- Proven 1-3 years experience in a hospital ward setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

This role is critical in ensuring high-quality patient care, teamwork, and operational efficiency within the ward environment.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotational shift

Work Location: In person