# Job Description

# Nursing & Resident Care In-Charge – Vintage Care Home

**Location:** Mohali, Punjab

**Position Type:** Full-Time

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## About Vintage Care Home

**Vintage Care Home by Zorgers** is building a new benchmark in senior living by combining healthcare, companionship, dignity and hospitality.

Our residents don't simply stay with us—they become part of our extended family.

We are looking for a **Nursing & Resident Care In-Charge** who will take responsibility for the clinical care, resident wellbeing, elder engagement, nursing team and day-to-day care operations at the facility.

This is a residential role for someone who believes that caring for seniors goes beyond medical treatment—it is about creating a safe, active, meaningful and dignified life for every resident.

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# Eligibility

### Essential Qualifications

* **B.Sc. Nursing – Preferred**

* **GNM**

* **BAMS**

### Experience

* Minimum **2 years of relevant clinical experience**.

* Experience in hospitals, critical care, elderly care, rehabilitation centres, assisted living or similar healthcare settings.

* Previous experience supervising nursing teams, caregivers or patient-care operations will be preferred.

Candidates should have a strong understanding of:

* Nursing procedures

* Medication management

* Vital monitoring

* Patient/resident care protocols

* Emergency response

* Clinical documentation

* Infection control and safety practices

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# Role Summary

The **Nursing & Resident Care In-Charge** will be responsible for ensuring the overall **health, safety, wellbeing and quality of life of residents** at Vintage Care Home.

The role combines **clinical supervision, nursing coordination, elder engagement, resident care, family communication and day-to-day care-home operations**.

The In-Charge will ensure that residents receive not only appropriate medical care, but also meaningful companionship, engagement and a fulfilling daily routine.

This is a **hands-on role** requiring regular interaction with residents, caregivers, nurses, doctors and families.

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# Key Responsibilities

## 1. Nursing & Medical Supervision

* Oversee the overall health and medical wellbeing of all residents.

* Conduct regular resident health rounds and monitor changes in health conditions.

* Ensure proper medication administration as per prescribed instructions.

* Ensure medication charts and clinical records are maintained accurately.

* Monitor vital signs and relevant health parameters.

* Identify changes in a resident's condition and escalate concerns appropriately.

* Coordinate with doctors, consultants, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals.

* Schedule and coordinate medical consultations whenever required.

* Ensure proper follow-up of medical advice and treatment plans.

* Respond calmly and effectively during medical emergencies.

* Coordinate appropriately during hospital visits, admissions and discharges.

* Guide caregivers and nursing staff regarding resident-specific care requirements.

* Ensure proper handovers and continuity of care.

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## 2. Elder Engagement & Resident Wellbeing

A key responsibility of the Nursing & Resident Care In-Charge is to ensure that residents remain **socially, mentally and physically engaged**.

* Prepare and implement a structured **daily and weekly elder engagement plan**.

* Organise activities such as:

* Indoor games

* Music and singing

* Storytelling

* Group discussions

* Memory-based activities

* Art and creative activities

* Exercise and movement sessions

* Movie and entertainment sessions

* Festival celebrations

* Birthday celebrations

* Themed social activities

* Encourage residents to participate according to their interests, abilities and comfort levels.

* Spend meaningful time with residents and understand their individual interests and preferences.

* Identify residents who may be socially withdrawn and proactively engage with them.

* Encourage interaction and companionship among residents.





* Create opportunities for residents to share their stories, experiences, skills and memories.

* Ensure birthdays, festivals and special occasions are celebrated meaningfully.

* Maintain a warm, positive and engaging atmosphere within the care home.

* Ensure residents feel **heard, respected, valued and included**.

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## 3. Resident Care & Experience

* Build meaningful relationships with residents and understand their individual needs.

* Ensure residents receive personalised and dignified care.

* Understand resident routines, preferences, dietary requirements and care needs.

* Monitor the overall resident experience on a daily basis.

* Address resident concerns promptly and empathetically.

* Ensure resident privacy, dignity and personal choices are respected.

* Support residents in maintaining independence wherever appropriate.

* Ensure the care home feels like a **home and community rather than a clinical facility**.

* Observe residents' physical, emotional and social wellbeing and communicate concerns appropriately.

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## 4. Family Communication & Coordination

* Build positive and trustworthy relationships with residents' families.

* Act as a key point of contact for resident care and day-to-day wellbeing.

* Communicate important health-related developments to families appropriately.

* Coordinate family visits and address resident-related concerns.

* Provide families with relevant updates regarding changes in health, routine or wellbeing.

* Handle family concerns with empathy, professionalism and ownership.

* Maintain appropriate confidentiality of resident information.

* Escalate significant concerns to the management team when required.

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## 5. Nursing & Caregiver Team Supervision

* Supervise nurses, caregivers and other care staff.

* Assist in preparing and managing duty rosters and manpower deployment.

* Ensure appropriate staff allocation based on resident needs.

* Conduct regular team briefings and handovers.

* Monitor staff attendance, discipline, grooming and conduct.

* Guide team members regarding resident-specific care requirements.

* Train and mentor caregivers and nursing staff on care standards and procedures.

* Ensure staff follow clinical, operational and resident-care SOPs.

* Monitor the quality of care being provided by the team.

* Identify performance gaps and communicate them to management.

* Build a culture of **accountability, compassion, discipline and teamwork**.

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## 6. Daily Care Home Operations

* Ensure smooth day-to-day functioning of the care home.

* Plan and supervise the daily routine of residents.

* Coordinate with housekeeping, kitchen, maintenance and other support teams.

* Ensure residents receive meals on time and individual dietary requirements are followed.

* Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety.

* Ensure resident rooms and common areas are maintained appropriately.

* Coordinate admissions, discharges and resident transitions.

* Ensure operational SOPs are followed consistently.

* Identify operational gaps and take timely corrective action.

* Ensure the overall environment remains safe, welcoming and resident-friendly.

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## 7. Quality, Safety & Compliance

* Ensure compliance with nursing and resident-care SOPs.

* Maintain accurate clinical and operational documentation.

* Conduct regular quality and safety checks.

* Ensure proper infection-control and hygiene practices.

* Monitor emergency preparedness and response procedures.

* Ensure appropriate handling and documentation of incidents.

* Monitor medication management and clinical records.





* Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

* Maintain high standards of resident safety, dignity and care.

* Support continuous improvement of care-home processes and service quality.

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# Leadership & Personal Expectations

The Nursing & Resident Care In-Charge is expected to be a **hands-on, responsible and approachable person** who can take ownership of resident care and daily operations.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

* Genuine compassion for senior citizens.

* Strong clinical understanding and confidence.

* High emotional intelligence.

* Excellent observation skills.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Good decision-making ability.

* Ownership and accountability.

* Ability to supervise and motivate a team.

* Ability to remain calm during emergencies.

* Ability to build trust with residents and families.

* A warm and hospitality-oriented approach.

* Willingness to personally spend time with residents.

* Ability to balance **clinical standards with human warmth and companionship**.

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# Typical Day

A typical day for the Nursing & Resident Care In-Charge may include:

* Morning resident rounds and health checks.

* Review of medication and care requirements.

* Review of resident-specific concerns.

* Planning and supervising the day's engagement activities.

* Interaction with residents.

* Supervision of nursing and caregiver teams.

* Coordination with doctors and healthcare professionals.

* Monitoring meals, hygiene and daily routines.

* Conducting or supervising elder engagement activities.

* Communication with families when required.

* Team briefing and handover.

* Reviewing documentation and quality standards.

* Addressing resident-care or operational issues.

* Ensuring smooth continuity of care throughout the day.

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# Work Structure

This is a **live-in residential position**.

The Nursing & Resident Care In-Charge will be provided:

* **Comfortable accommodation** by the organisation.

* **Meals** by the organisation.

The position is based on **ownership of resident care and continuity of operations**, rather than a conventional shift-only approach.

The individual is expected to remain reasonably accessible for operational guidance and emergency support whenever required.

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# What We Offer

* Opportunity to work in a growing senior-care organisation.

* Live-in accommodation provided.

* Meals provided by the organisation.

* Supportive and purpose-driven work environment.

* Opportunity to take ownership of resident care and wellbeing.

* Opportunity to grow with future Vintage Care Home projects across India.

* Continuous professional and leadership development.

* Opportunity to create a meaningful impact in the lives of senior citizens.

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# We Are Looking For Someone Who...

* Believes elder care is built on **compassion, dignity, companionship and respect**.

* Enjoys spending time with senior citizens.

* Can plan and execute meaningful activities for elders.

* Understands that good elder care goes beyond medical treatment.

* Can combine clinical responsibility with warmth and hospitality.

* Can supervise a team while maintaining high standards.

* Takes ownership instead of waiting for instructions.

* Can build trust with residents, families and team members.

* Is comfortable working in a residential care environment.

* Wants to create a vibrant community where seniors feel connected, respected and valued.

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# Join Vintage Care Home

If you are passionate about **nursing, elder care, resident engagement and creating a meaningful living environment for senior citizens**, we would love to hear from you.

At Vintage Care Home, we believe ageing should not mean giving up on connection, purpose or joy.

**Join us in creating a home where seniors don't just receive care—they experience belonging.**

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Advantages:

- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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