04 Nov
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Cancer Institute (W.I.A)
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Chennai
04 Nov
Cancer Institute (W.I.A)
Chennai
Job Role The Staff Nurse will be responsible for providing compassionate, patient-centred nursing care to patients receiving palliative and hospice care services. The role involves managing patients' clinical needs, ensuring comfort, maintaining dignity, and supporting patients and their families throughout the care journey.
Roles & Responsibilities
1. Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the hospice facility.
2. Monitor and record vital signs, assess patient conditions, and promptly report any clinical changes to the treating physician.
3. Administer medications, treatments, and nursing interventions as prescribed by the physician.
4. Provide pain management and symptom control support in coordination with the palliative care team.
5. Assist patients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, feeding, mobility,
and comfort care.
6. Maintain accurate nursing records, patient documentation, and treatment charts.
7. Ensure proper infection prevention and control practices and maintain a protected patient care environment.
8. Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families.
9. Coordinate with doctors and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of patient care.
10. Educate caregivers and family members on basic patient care and comfort measures.
11. Ensure proper handover of patient information during shift changes.
12. Adhere to institutional policies, nursing standards, and patient safety protocols.
📌 Staff Nurse (Palliative & Hospice Care) (Chennai)
🏢 Cancer Institute (W.I.A)
📍 Chennai