The ICU In-Charge Nurse is responsible for the overall management, supervision, and coordination of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The role requires strong clinical expertise, leadership skills, and administrative capabilities to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care. The ICU In-Charge shall lead the nursing team, maintain smooth workflow within the ICU, ensure compliance with hospital policies and NABH standards, and promote a safe and productive patient-care environment.
Qualifications :
- GNM or B.Sc. Nursing.
- Valid Registration Certificate from the U.P. Nurses & Midwives Council.
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Critical Care/ICU Nursing.
- Minimum 3 years of experience as an ICU In-Charge, Team Leader, or Supervisory Position in an ICU setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and ensure high-quality nursing care for critically ill patients in the ICU.
- Lead, guide, and support ICU nursing staff while maintaining discipline and teamwork.
- Ensure smooth coordination and communication between ICU nurses, doctors, and other hospital departments.
- Monitor the effective utilization and functioning of ICU equipment and resources.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, clinical protocols, infection control practices, and NABH standards.
- Prepare duty rosters and manage staffing requirements for uninterrupted patient care.
- Maintain accurate nursing documentation, records, and departmental reports.
- Promote patient safety and address clinical or operational issues within the ICU.
Required Skills :
- Leadership and Team Management
- Critical Care & ICU Nursing Expertise
- Knowledge of NABH Standards and Hospital Protocols
- Ventilator and Critical Care Equipment Handling
- Emergency and Crisis Management
- Staff Training and Mentoring
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Clinical Decision-Making and Problem-Solving
- Documentation and Reporting
- Time Management and Organizational Skills