ICU Staff Nurse – Job Description

Department: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)Designation: ICU Staff NurseReports To: Nursing Superintendent / ICU In-chargeHospital: AHALYA HOSPITAL

1. Job Summary

The ICU Staff Nurse is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. The nurse monitors patients' health conditions, administers medications, operates medical equipment, and ensures patient safety and comfort.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

- Provide continuous nursing care to critically ill patients.
- Monitor vital signs, including BP, pulse, temperature, SpO₂ and respiratory rate.
- Monitor ECG, ventilator parameters and other ICU equipment.
- Administer medications, injections, IV fluids and prescribed treatments.
- Maintain accurate patient records, nursing notes and treatment charts.
- Assist doctors during emergency procedures and critical care management.
- Monitor ventilator-dependent patients and report any abnormalities immediately.
- Maintain proper infection control and hygiene standards.
- Provide emergency care, including CPR and basic life support as trained.
- Maintain proper handover and takeover during shift changes.
- Ensure availability of ICU medicines, consumables and emergency equipment.
- Maintain communication with doctors,



patients' attendants and other healthcare staff.
- Follow hospital policies, nursing protocols and patient safety guidelines.

3. Educational Qualification

- GNM or B.Sc. Nursing.
- Valid nursing registration with the State Nursing Council.
- ICU / Critical Care training preferred.

4. Required Skills

- Good clinical and patient-care skills.
- Knowledge of ICU equipment and ventilator management.
- Emergency handling and decision-making skills.
- Good communication and teamwork.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control.

5. Experience

- 2 years of ICU experience preferred.

6. Working Conditions

- Rotational shifts (Morning / Evening / Night).
- Ability to work in a critical care environment.
- Must follow hospital rules and regulations.

7. Performance Indicators (KPI)

- Quality of patient care.
- Accurate documentation.
- Timely medication administration.
- Infection control compliance.
- Patient safety and satisfaction.
- Proper shift handover.

Authorized By:Nursing Superintendent / HR DepartmentAHALYA HOSPITAL

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Versatile schedule
- Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

📌 ICU Staff Nurse (Bhubaneswar)
🏢 AHALYA HOSPITAL
📍 Bhubaneswar