POSITION GUIDELINES
DOCUMENT- JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES
DEPARTMENT : NURSING-ICU
POSITION : STAFF NURSE
REPORTING TO : Intensivist/ Anesthetist
QUALIFICATION : Diploma/B.Sc Nursing with minimum 2 years of experience in ICU/HDU
EXPERIENCE : Minimum 2 years of experience in ICU/HDU, shall be good in handling emergency medical equipments
DRESS CODE : SPECIFIED DRESS CODE WITH I.D. CARD
DUTY HOURS : AS PER SCHEDULED REQUIREMENTS
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key areas of responsibility:
- Observe and assess patient vital signs and initiate appropriate medical interventions when necessary
- Develops, implements and evaluates a plan of care based on patient's needs.
- Identify and address potential complications such as infections, bleeding, or respiratory issues early to prevent deterioration
- Evaluate and manage patients' pain levels,
administering pain relief medications as prescribed
- Follow strict hygiene and safety protocols to prevent the transmission of illnesses and ensure patient safety
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families during critical and often stressful periods.
- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, documenting all medical interventions, patient responses, and changes in condition.
- Manage inventory of medicines/consumables and ensure the stock is available and adequate
- Check Biomedical equipments are in functional status and maintain related checklists
- Manage and maintain crash cart trolley
- Prepare patients for discharge from ICU by ensuring they are reliable and providing discharge instructions
- Keep accurate and detailed records of patients' recovery progress, interventions provided, and any observations relevant to their ongoing care
- Participate in continuous quality improvement and training programs.