Job Purpose The OT Nurse is responsible for ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient functioning of the Operation Theatre by providing comprehensive perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing ophthalmic surgical procedures. The role involves assisting surgeons during surgeries, maintaining strict aseptic techniques, ensuring surgical instruments and equipment are ready, monitoring patient safety, and maintaining compliance with NABH standards, hospital protocols, and infection prevention guidelines.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

A. Pre-operative Responsibilities

- Prepare the Operation Theatre before scheduled surgical procedures.
- Ensure the availability, cleanliness, sterilisation, and functionality of surgical instruments, equipment, and consumables.
- Verify patient identity, surgical procedure, operative eye (right/left), consent forms, and pre-operative investigations.
- Assist in patient preparation, including shifting, positioning, monitoring, and pre-operative checklists.
- Ensure appropriate patient preparation, including eye dilation, where applicable and as prescribed.
- Verify availability of required surgical consumables, intraocular lenses (IOLs), viscoelastic substances, and other ophthalmic supplies.
- Coordinate with the surgeon, anaesthetist, and other OT personnel to ensure readiness before surgery.

B. Intra-operative Responsibilities

- Assist ophthalmic surgeons during various surgical procedures, including:
- Cataract surgeries (Phacoemulsification and SICS).
- Retinal and vitreoretinal surgeries.
- Glaucoma surgeries.
- Corneal surgeries.
- Oculoplasty procedures.
- Minor ophthalmic procedures and laser-assisted interventions.
- Perform scrub nurse and circulating nurse duties as assigned.
- Maintain strict sterile techniques and aseptic precautions throughout the surgical procedure.
- Ensure proper handling and passing of surgical instruments.
- Monitor patient condition and assist the anaesthesia team whenever required.
- Ensure correct identification and handling of IOLs and other implantable materials.
- Perform and document surgical counts of instruments, needles, and swabs wherever applicable.




- Ensure adherence to the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and hospital surgical safety protocols.
- Anticipate the surgeon's requirements and ensure uninterrupted surgical workflow.

C. Post-operative Responsibilities

- Assist in shifting patients safely from the OT to the recovery area.
- Monitor and document post-operative patient parameters as per clinical instructions.
- Observe patients for immediate post-operative complications and promptly escalate concerns.
- Ensure appropriate post-operative eye dressing and patient instructions as prescribed.
- Ensure proper handover to recovery room staff or ward personnel.
- Ensure the OT is cleaned, disinfected, and prepared for the next surgical procedure.

D. Infection Control & Sterilisation

- Strictly adhere to hospital infection prevention and control policies.
- Ensure proper sterilisation and disinfection of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Follow appropriate protocols for CSSD coordination, sterile storage, and instrument traceability.
- Monitor compliance with hand hygiene, PPE usage, and biomedical waste segregation.
- Ensure appropriate cleaning and disinfection of OT surfaces between procedures.
- Report any breach of aseptic technique, needle-stick injury, or infection control incident immediately.
- Maintain records of sterilisation indicators, biological monitoring, and equipment disinfection as applicable.

E. NABH Quality & Documentation Compliance

- Ensure compliance with applicable NABH standards and hospital policies.
- Maintain accurate and complete OT documentation, including:
- OT registers and surgical records.
- Pre-operative and post-operative checklists.
- Surgical safety checklists.
- Instrument and consumable records.
- Sterilisation and disinfection records.
- Implant / IOL traceability records.
- Patient monitoring records.
- Incident and near-miss reporting.




- Participate in internal audits, quality assessments, and NABH surveillance activities.
- Ensure timely reporting and documentation of adverse events and clinical incidents.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.

F. Inventory & Equipment Management

- Maintain adequate stock of OT medicines, surgical consumables, instruments, and disposables.
- Monitor expiry dates, batch numbers, and storage conditions of medicines and consumables.
- Ensure proper maintenance and handling of ophthalmic equipment.
- Coordinate with biomedical engineering for preventive maintenance and equipment breakdowns.
- Maintain records of equipment checks and daily OT readiness.
- Minimise wastage and ensure optimum utilisation of OT resources.

Educational Qualifications

- Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc. Nursing.
- Valid registration with the respective State Nursing Council.
- Additional certification or training in Operation Theatre Nursing will be preferred.
- Training in Basic Life Support (BLS) is desirable.

Experience

- Minimum 1–3 years of experience in an Operation Theatre.
- Prior experience in an ophthalmic hospital or eye surgery centre will be preferred.
- Experience in handling ophthalmic surgical instruments and equipment will be an added advantage.
- Familiarity with NABH protocols, infection control practices, and clinical documentation is desirable.

Skills & Competencies

- Strong understanding of OT protocols and aseptic techniques.
- Knowledge of ophthalmic surgical procedures and instruments.
- Ability to perform scrub and circulating nurse responsibilities.
- Good understanding of sterilisation and infection control procedures.
- Solid observation, coordination, and multitasking skills.
- Ability to remain calm and respond effectively during emergencies.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong documentation and record-keeping abilities.
- Patient-centric approach with attention to detail.

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 OT Nurse (Malad West)
🏢 Shri Venkatesh Eye Institute u0026 Surgical Centre
📍 Malad West