Roles and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care
Assess and monitor patients regularly and report any changes in condition to the doctor/Ward In-charge.
Provide direct nursing care according to the patient's condition and treatment plan.
Check and record vital signs, intake/output, pain score, and other required observations.
Assist patients with personal hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and other daily needs.
Maintain patient comfort, safety, dignity, and privacy.

Medication & Treatment
Administer medications, injections, IV fluids, and other treatments as prescribed.
Follow correct medication administration procedures and maintain medication records.
Monitor patients for adverse reactions and immediately report abnormalities.
Perform wound care, dressing, catheter care, and other nursing procedures as required.

Doctor & Team Coordination
Assist doctors during rounds and procedures.
Communicate patient updates and critical observations promptly.
Coordinate with laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, OT, ICU, and other departments when required.
Participate in patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.

Documentation




Maintain accurate and timely nursing notes and patient records.
Record vital signs, medications, treatments, procedures, and patient progress.
Maintain nursing checklists, handover records, and other ward documentation.
Ensure proper shift handover to the incoming nursing staff.

Infection Control & Safety
Follow hospital infection-control policies and standard precautions.
Maintain cleanliness and proper disposal of biomedical waste.
Follow patient identification and safety protocols.
Report incidents, medication errors, falls, or other safety concerns immediately.

Emergency Responsibilities
Respond promptly to medical emergencies within the ward.
Assist doctors during emergency procedures and resuscitation.
Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are available and ready for use.

Ward Management
Maintain proper stock of medicines, consumables, and nursing supplies.
Check equipment and report any malfunction to the concerned department.
Maintain a clean, organized, and protected ward setting.
Follow hospital policies, procedures, and nursing standards.

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