Job Summary:*

* The Staff Nurse in the Pediatric ICU (PICU) and Neonatal ICU (NICU) is responsible for providing specialized, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. The nurse collaborates with pediatricians, neonatologists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care and safety.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neonates, infants, and pediatric patients.

* Continuously monitor patients' vital signs and promptly identify changes in clinical condition.

* Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and treatments as prescribed.

* Operate and monitor medical equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, cardiac monitors, CPAP, and incubators.

* Assist physicians during emergency procedures, intubation, resuscitation, and invasive procedures.

* Maintain accurate nursing documentation and patient records.

* Follow infection prevention and control protocols, including isolation precautions.

* Educate and counsel parents/caregivers regarding the patient's condition, treatment plan, and discharge instructions.

* Ensure proper handling and maintenance of emergency equipment and crash carts.

* Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient care.

* Participate in code blue responses and emergency situations.





* Maintain patient safety, confidentiality, and ethical nursing practices.

* Attend departmental meetings, clinical training, and continuing nursing education programs.

**Qualifications:**

* B.Sc. Nursing / GNM with a valid Nursing Council registration.

* Certification in BLS and ACLS/PALS/NALS (preferred).

* Freshers or experienced candidates are welcome (PICU/NICU experience preferred).

**Skills Required:**

* Knowledge of pediatric and neonatal critical care.

* Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.

* Ability to handle emergencies calmly and efficiently.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Teamwork and collaboration.

* Compassionate, patient-centered approach. * Ability to work rotational shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

*Preferred Experience:*

* 0–5 years of experience in PICU, NICU, or other critical care units.

* Experience in ventilator management and emergency pediatric/neonatal care is an added advantage.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: ₹23,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Perks:

- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund

Experience:

- Staff Nurse: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

- RNRM TN Registration (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Staff Nurse (NICU and PICU) (Kovilambakkam)
🏢 Kauvery Hospital, Kovilambakkam
📍 Kovilambakkam