Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Patient Care

- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients as per established nursing standards.
- Monitor and record patients' vital signs and health conditions regularly.
- Assess patients' needs and report any changes in their health status to the concerned doctor.
- Assist patients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, feeding and mobility.
- Ensure proper positioning, pressure sore prevention and patient comfort.
- Provide compassionate care while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality.

B. Medication and Treatment Management

- Administer medications as prescribed by the treating physician.
- Follow the correct medication administration procedures and maintain medication records.
- Monitor patients for adverse drug reactions and report immediately.
- Assist doctors during medical procedures, treatments and emergency interventions.
- Ensure proper maintenance and handling of medical equipment.

C. Documentation and Reporting

- Maintain accurate nursing notes, patient records and treatment charts.
- Record vital signs, medication administration and nursing interventions.
- Complete duty handover and communicate significant patient updates.
- Maintain proper admission, discharge and transfer documentation.
- Report incidents, emergencies and unusual patient conditions to the concerned authorities.

D. Infection Control and Patient Safety





- Follow infection prevention and control protocols.
- Ensure proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the patient care areas.
- Follow biomedical waste management procedures.
- Ensure patient safety and prevent falls, injuries and other avoidable complications.

E. Team Coordination

- Coordinate with doctors, physiotherapists, rehabilitation professionals and other healthcare staff.
- Participate in departmental meetings, training programmes and quality improvement activities.
- Ensure effective communication during shift changes and patient handovers.
- Support the nursing team in maintaining smooth departmental operations.

F. Emergency and Additional Responsibilities

- Respond promptly to medical emergencies and provide immediate nursing assistance.
- Assist in basic life support (BLS) and emergency care as trained.
- Monitor emergency equipment and ensure its readiness.
- Educate patients and caregivers regarding medication, hygiene and basic care requirements.
- Perform other nursing-related duties assigned by the Nursing In-charge / HOD.

3. Educational Qualification

- B.Sc. Nursing / General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM).
- Valid registration with the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council or the applicable State Nursing Council.

Work Location: In person

📌 Staff Nurse (Kothamangalam)
🏢 Peace Valley Rehabilitation centre
📍 Kothamangalam