Job Title: Staff Nurse - Labour Room (LDR)
Department: Nursing
Location: Vedansh Superspeciality Hospital & Heart Centre
Reporting To: Nursing Superintendent / Matron
Job Summary:
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide nursing care to antenatal, intranatal, and postnatal patients.
- Prepare and maintain Labour Delivery Room for normal and assisted deliveries.
- Assist gynecologists/obstetricians during deliveries and procedures.
- Monitor fetal heart rate, maternal vital signs, and labour progress.
- Administer medications and IV fluids as prescribed by the doctor.
- Handle emergency cases calmly and efficiently.
- Provide immediate newborn care after delivery.
- Maintain proper documentation of patient records and labour notes.
- Ensure infection control protocols and sterilization standards are maintained.
- Educate mothers regarding breastfeeding and post-delivery care.
- Coordinate with NICU/OT staff in case of emergency referrals.
Qualification & Experience:
- Qualification: GNM / B.Sc Nursing (mandatory).
- Registration: Valid State Nursing Council Registration (mandatory).
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Labour Room / LDR preferred.
- Freshers with robust clinical training in maternity care may also be considered.
Required Skills:
- Good clinical knowledge in obstetrics and maternity care.
- Ability to handle labour cases independently.
- Quick decision-making skills during emergencies.
- Good communication and patient counselling skills.
- Responsible, attentive, and compassionate attitude.
Working Hours:
Rotational shifts (Day/Night) as per hospital policy.