NICU Staff Nurse

Company & Location : Aastrika Midwifery Centre, JC Road, Bangalore

Department : Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Reports to : Manager – Nursing / NICU -HOD

Job Summary

The NICU Staff Nurse provides specialized nursing care to neonates requiring intensive medical

attention. This role involves monitoring neonates, assisting in medical procedures, ensuring

safety, supporting recovery, and promoting the overall well-being of newborns in the NICU.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Admit, transfer, and discharge neonates as per hospital protocols.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately.
• Perform sample collection, drug administration, and insertion of IV cannulas.
• Conduct Ryle’s tube feeding, stomach washes, and catheter care.
• Administer oxygen therapy, neonatal resuscitation (NALS / CPR), assist in intubation, and
• manage CPAP / HFNC.
• Provide immediate newborn care, including weighing, bathing, and umbilical cord care.
• Care for neonates undergoing phototherapy.
• Support feeding for babies with cleft lip / palate and other sick or preterm neonates.
• Care for high-risk neonates on ventilators and monitor critical parameters.
• Administer blood component transfusion therapy under supervision.
• Accompany neonates during transport for procedures or investigations.
• Assist in resuscitations in NICU and labor room.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

Procedural Assistance

Equipment Handling

Infection Control

Communication & Coordination

Note : When NICU patient load is low, nurses are expected to assist in Ward and OPD areas as

required.

Qualifications & Skills

Salary : Competitive & commensurate with experience & ability

To apply to this position, please send your detailed resume to hr@aastrika.com