Job Title

Ward Incharge

Department

Nursing Services

Reports To

Deputy Nursing Superintendent (DNS) / Nursing Superintendent (NS)

Qualifications
B.Sc. Nursing (Essential)
M.Sc. Nursing (Preferred)
Valid State Nursing Council Registration
BLS/ACLS Certification (Preferred)

Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience
1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred

Job Summary

The Ward Incharge is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, and coordinating all nursing activities within the assigned ward. The role ensures delivery of secure, high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining staffing, patient safety, infection prevention, documentation, inventory control, and compliance with hospital policies and NABH standards.

Key Responsibilities
Supervise patient care, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Prepare duty rosters and manage nursing staff.




Conduct shift handovers and staff supervision.
Ensure medication safety and patient identification.
Monitor infection prevention and control practices.
Oversee ward equipment, crash cart readiness, and inventory.
Maintain nursing documentation and ward records.
Coordinate with doctors and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Conduct staff orientation, training, and competency assessments.
Ensure compliance with NABH standards and hospital quality initiatives.

Key Skills
Leadership & team management
Clinical decision-making
Patient safety & risk management
Infection prevention & control
Medication safety
Documentation & record management
Communication & interpersonal skills
Quality improvement
Resource & inventory management

Work Location: In person

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