The Head Nurse runs the General Ward and daycare unit at the OP Clinic — performing and supervising minor procedures, maintaining ward hygiene, stock, records, and nursing discipline, and coordinating with doctors, staff, and front office. Accountable for ward quality, patient experience, and daily functioning.
Required Qualifications
- B.Sc Nursing / GNM
- Candidates must have valid Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council Registration
- Minimum 8 years of hands-on clinical nursing experience
- Prior exposure to team handling or supervisory responsibility is preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Own daily clinical department operations
- Oversee patient care and the 15-bed daycare — admission to discharge
- Oversee inventory, billing entries, and payment plans
- Maintain accurate records; accountable for all HMS data entry
- Oversee department cleanliness and housekeeping
- Drive process improvements
- Prepare duty rosters
- Escalate operational issues and staff concerns to Management
Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to Branch Manager
- Head Nurse will directly supervise 4 nursing staff, in addition to trainees
About Us
We are a well-established OP Clinic operating for over 22 years, with:
- 4 full-time OP doctors
- ~30 employees across Operational Departments
- A 15-bed daycare facility supporting OP services
Shift Timings
- Morning Shift: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Noon Shift: 10:00 AM - 07:00 PM
- Evening Shift: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- NO OVERNIGHT SHIFTS
Benefits
- ESI & EPF
- Paid sick leave
- Overtime allowance
- Annual bonus
- Casual Leave & Earned Leave as per company policy
Other Terms
- 3-month probation period applies
- Preference will be given to candidates with leadership mindset, expertise in clinical nursing, departmental discipline, accountability, and long-term intent.
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹29,000.00 per month
Perks:
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to Travel to the work location for the mentioned shifts? (Location: Umayanalloor, Kollam)
- Did you read the Ad Description? (Yes or No)
Work Location: In person
📌 Head Nurse (India)
🏢 AL SHIFA HEALTH
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