Assists with the efficient functioning of the Ward.
Ä Adherence to Nursing Clinical standards - Renders qualified 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 patient’s admission.
- Reviews the doctor’s 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 doctor’s perusal and further advice.
- Assist the doctors in special procedures, dressings and rounds.
For following procedures, ensures procedure trolleys are correctly set:
Ø PV Examination
Ø Pap Smear
Ø 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:
Ø Breastfeeding
Ø Additional feeding
Ø Maternal diet
Ø Newborn care
Ø Parenting
Ø Ante natal & postnatal care
Ø Effect of medication
- To have knowledge of Cardio Toco Graph monitoring.
- Understand the APGAR scoring performed.
- Able to manage pre and postoperat