Staff Nurse: Job Description

Department: [Ward / ICU/OP]
Reports to: Nurse Manager / Charge Nurse
Employment type: [Full-time / Part-time / Shift-based]
Location: [Thiruvananthapuram, kerala ]

Position Summary

The Staff Nurse provides safe, compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients across their care journey. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Staff Nurse assesses patient needs, plans and delivers care, administers treatments and medications, and supports patients and families through education and advocacy.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care

- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized patient care plans
- Administer medications, IV therapies and treatments accurately and safely
- Monitor vital signs, recognize deterioration and escalate promptly
- Perform procedures such as wound care, catheterization and specimen collection
- Respond to emergencies, including initiating basic life support

Documentation and Communication

- Maintain accurate, timely patient records in line with policy and legal requirements
- Give clear handovers at shift change
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians and allied health staff

Patient and Family Education

- Educate patients on conditions, medications, self-care and discharge plans
- Advocate for patient rights, dignity and informed choice

Quality, Safety and Compliance

- Follow infection prevention and control procedures
- Adhere to safety, confidentiality and data protection standards
- Report incidents, near misses and concerns through the proper channels




- Take part in audits and quality improvement initiatives

Team and Professional Development

- Delegate and supervise care assistants, students and junior staff
- Mentor new nurses and nursing students
- Attend mandatory training and pursue continuing education

Qualifications and RequirementsEssential

- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- Current, valid nursing registration or licence
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Strong clinical, assessment and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays

Desirable

- Minimum [1–2] years of clinical experience in [specialty]
- ACLS, PALS or specialty certification
- Experience with electronic health record systems

Core Competencies

- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Time management and prioritization under pressure
- Adaptability and resilience
- Integrity and professional accountability

Physical and Working Conditions

- Prolonged standing, walking, lifting and patient handling
- Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids and hazardous materials, managed with appropriate protective measures
- Fast-paced, high-acuity clinical workplace

How to Apply

Submit your CV, proof of licensure and two professional references to our whatspp number : +91-XXXXXXXXXX

Pay: From ₹10,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Staff Nurse (Thiruvananthapuram)
🏢 India Hospital
📍 Thiruvananthapuram