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