Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Staff Nurse with experience in Critical Care Units (CCU, ICU) and the Emergency Room (ER). The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care, respond effectively to emergencies, monitor critically ill patients, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure the best clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

- Assess, monitor, and document patients' clinical conditions accurately.
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill and emergency patients.
- Operate and monitor critical care equipment, including cardiac monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, and defibrillators.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and treatments as prescribed.
- Recognize and respond promptly to medical emergencies and changes in patient condition.
- Assist physicians during emergency procedures, intubation, central line insertion, and resuscitation.
- Perform CPR and participate in code blue and emergency response teams.
- Maintain accurate nursing records and documentation.
- Ensure strict infection prevention and patient safety practices.
- Educate patients and their families regarding treatment plans and post-care instructions.
- Coordinate with doctors and allied healthcare professionals to deliver quality patient care.
- Maintain cleanliness, availability, and functionality of emergency and critical care equipment.

Qualifications

- B.Sc. Nursing or GNM from a recognized institution.
- Valid Nursing Council registration.
- BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred.
- Minimum 1-6 years of experience in CCU, ICU, or ER (freshers with relevant critical care training may also be considered).

Required Skills





- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Knowledge of emergency and critical care protocols.
- Ability to work under pressure and make timely decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Team-oriented with a compassionate approach to patient care.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) is an advantage.

Preferred Experience

- Experience in handling ventilated patients and cardiac emergencies.
- Familiarity with ECG interpretation, emergency medications, and critical care procedures.
- Experience in trauma and emergency management is an added advantage.

Work Schedule

- Rotational shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays, as per hospital requirements.

Salary

Market-competitive salary and benefits, based on qualifications and experience.

Work Location: In person

Founded in 1999 in Trichy by a group of first-generation doctors, Kauvery was built on a simple belief, do what is right for the patient, always. That principle still guides how we work every day, with ethical, transparent care, honest conversations, and a commitment to help patients and families feel informed and supported, never alone. We believe high-quality healthcare should be accessible without compromise, balancing advanced medical expertise with compassion and cost-effective care.

As we’ve grown, we’ve stayed rooted in purpose, focusing not only on treating illness, but also on wellness, prevention, and healing in the fullest sense. Across our hospitals, we work to create spaces that feel warm, modern, and welcoming, where people feel safe, respected, and genuinely cared for. If you’re looking for a workplace where clinical excellence and human kindness go hand in hand, you’ll feel at home at Kauvery.

📌 ICU Staff Nurse (Chennai)
🏢 Kauvery Hospital
📍 Chennai