ICU Staff Nurse

Job Description

POSITION GUIDELINES

Document- Job Description / Responsibilities

DEPARTMENT : NURSING-ICU

POSITION : STAFF NURSE

REPORTING TO : Intensivist / Anesthetist

QUALIFICATION : Diploma / B.Sc Nursing with minimum 2 years of experience in ICU / HDU

EXPERIENCE : Minimum 2 years of experience in ICU / HDU, shall be good in handling emergency medical equipments

DRESS CODE : SPECIFIED DRESS CODE WITH I.D. CARD

DUTY HOURS : AS PER SCHEDULED REQUIREMENTS

Job Description

Key areas of responsibility :

• Observe and assess patient vital signs and initiate appropriate medical interventions when necessary
• Develops, implements and evaluates a plan of care based on patient's needs.
• Identify and address potential complications such as infections, bleeding, or respiratory issues early to prevent deterioration
• Evaluate and manage patients' pain levels, administering pain relief medications as prescribed
• Follow strict hygiene and safety protocols to prevent the transmission of illnesses and ensure patient safety
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families during critical and often stressful periods.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, documenting all medical interventions, patient responses, and changes in condition.
• Manage inventory of medicines / consumables and ensure the stock is available and adequate
• Check Biomedical equipments are in functional status and maintain related checklists
• Manage and maintain crash cart trolley
• Prepare patients for discharge from ICU by ensuring they are stable and providing discharge instructions
• Keep accurate and detailed records of patients' recovery progress, interventions provided, and any observations relevant to their ongoing care
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and training programs

Skills Required

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