Qualification General Nursing and Midwifery GNM - Diploma course 3 to 3 years recognized by the Indian Nursing Council INC State Nursing Council Bachelor of Science in Nursing B Sc Nursing - 4-year degree program recognized by INC State Nursing Council Must be a Registered Nurse RN and Registered Midwife RM with the State Nursing Council or relevant licensing authority A valid registration certificate is mandatory for practice in hospitals 1-2 years of clinical experience inward ICU ER or OT preferred for most hospital roles Specialized experience critical care emergency operation theatre maternity etc preferred for respective departments Job Responsibility Scrub Nurse Check and prepare the operating theatre before surgery equipment instruments sterile supplies and environment Verify patient identity consent and surgical site as per hospital policy time-out procedure Prepare and arrange sterile instruments drapes and necessary equipment according to the type of surgery Perform surgical hand scrub and don sterile gown and gloves Assist in positioning the patient safely on the operating table Ensure all necessary equipment diathermy suction lights etc are functioning properly before surgery Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout the procedure Pass instruments sutures and supplies to the surgeon and assistants efficiently and safely Anticipate the surgeon s needs and prepare instruments accordingly Count instruments sponges and needles with the circulating nurse initial intra-operative and final counts Handle tissue specimens correctly and ensure they are labeled and sent for histopathology as required Monitor the sterile field and alert the team if contamination occurs Assist in applying dressings and securing drains post-surgery Help in the protected transfer of the patient to the recovery room PACU Ensure that all instruments and equipment are cleaned decontaminated and sent for sterilization Complete surgical count documentation and report discrepancies immediately Restock and prepare the theatre for the next procedure Document nursing care and observations accurately in the patient s records Maintain confidentiality and uphold patient dignity at all times Adhere to infection control policies and safety standards Participate in regular audits quality assurance and risk management activities Attend training and continuous professional development programs Report any equipment malfunction or incident to the appropriate authority Collaborate effectively with surgeons anesthetists and other members of the multidisciplinary team Respond quickly and effectively during emergency surgeries Assist in managing surgical complications intra-operatively Provide support as a circulating nurse when required Participate in on-call duties or rotation schedules as assigned Job Responsibilities ER Perform triage assess prioritize and categorize patients based on the severity of their condition Obtain and document vital signs and a focused history allergies medications medical history etc Identify life-threatening conditions and initiate immediate nursing interventions Communicate promptly with the emergency physician or medical officer Assist doctors in resuscitation and emergency procedures CPR intubation defibrillation etc Administer prescribed medications IV fluids and oxygen therapy safely Prepare and assist in minor surgical procedures suturing wound dressing splinting etc Monitor and document patient condition continuously during emergency management Manage and operate emergency equipment such as monitors defibrillators ventilators infusion pumps and suction devices Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and relatives during emergencies Coordinate with other departments Radiology Laboratory ICU OT etc for investigations and patient transfer Handover cases to the appropriate ward unit with complete documentation and verbal report Maintain clear and accurate communication with the multidisciplinary healthcare team Liaise with ambulance services for incoming or outgoing patient transfers Record all nursing assessments interventions medications and patient responses accurately Maintain proper ER records including triage charts medication administration records and incident reports Ensure legal and ethical documentation for medico-legal cases MLC Report critical incidents equipment malfunction and patient safety concerns to the supervisor promptly Follow strict infection prevention and control protocols Ensure all equipment and surfaces are cleaned and disinfected after each use Dispose of biomedical waste properly as per hospital policy Maintain personal protective equipment PPE standards and promote a safe environment for patients and staff Participate in emergency drills mock codes and disaster preparedness programs Maintain stock levels of emergency drugs and consumables Ensure all emergency equipment is checked and functional at the start of every shift Attend continuing nursing education CNE and professional training programs Uphold confidentiality compassion and professional ethics at all times Actively participate in mass casualty management and disaster response as per hospital protocol Be familiar with Basic Life Support BLS and Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS procedures Stay alert and prepared to respond to any emergency situation within or outside the department Job Responsibility Ward Receive and orient new patients to the ward Verify patient identification admission details and doctor s orders Perform an initial nursing assessment and record baseline vital signs Document patient history allergies and nursing care plan Ensure patient belongings are properly recorded and safely stored Administer medications injections and IV fluids as per doctor s orders and hospital policy Provide daily nursing care hygiene nutrition mobility and comfort Monitor vital signs and record any changes in patient condition promptly Assist physicians during rounds examinations and minor procedures Implement nursing care plans and evaluate patient progress regularly Educate patients and families regarding health conditions medications and post-discharge care Maintain accurate complete and up-to-date nursing records and charts Record medication administration in the Medication Administration Record MAR Document any incidents patient complaints or adverse reactions appropriately Handover complete and clear patient reports to the next shift Ensure confidentiality and security of patient information at all times Collaborate effectively with doctors physiotherapists dieticians and other members of the healthcare team Coordinate investigations diagnostic tests and patient transfers as required Provide timely updates to the doctor regarding any changes in patient condition Offer emotional support to patients and their families Follow infection prevention and control protocols strictly Ensure aseptic techniques during all nursing procedures Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the ward environment Dispose of biomedical waste as per hospital policy Check and maintain ward equipment BP apparatus suction oxygen cylinder etc in working condition Maintain inventory of supplies linen and equipment in the ward Ensure safe storage and proper accounting of narcotic and controlled drugs Participate in ward meetings audits and quality improvement activities Assist the Ward In-Charge in supervision and orientation of junior nurses and nursing students Report any malfunction of equipment or safety hazards immediately Prepare patients for discharge as per doctor s order Provide discharge education on medication diet follow-up visits and self-care Ensure discharge summaries prescriptions and reports are handed over to the patient Record discharge details accurately in the ward register Recognize and respond promptly to medical emergencies e g cardiac arrest collapse Perform Basic Life Support BLS when required and assist in advanced resuscitation Report all critical incidents and initiate appropriate documentation and escalation Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay 15 000 00 - 30 000 00 per month Work Location In person

📌 Staff Nurse (ward/er/icu/scrub Nurse) (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 Orthomed Hospitals
📍 Tamil Nadu