Assistant Nurse – Textile Industry

Job Description: Assistant Nurse – Textile Industry**

Department: Health & Safety / HR

Reports To: Industrial Nurse / Medical Officer / HR Manager

Position Summary :

The Assistant Nurse supports the factory medical unit by providing first aid, basic medical care, health monitoring, and emergency assistance to employees. This role helps maintain worker well-being, ensures compliance with health and safety standards, and supports occupational health programs within the textile environment.

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Key Responsibilities :

1. Employee Health Care :

* Provide **first aid treatment** for minor injuries, burns, cuts, or accidents common in textile operations.

* Assist the Nurse/Medical Officer in routine medical check-ups and health assessments.

* Maintain **daily treatment records** of employees.

* Support medical care for cases related to dust, humidity, noise exposure, or chemical irritation specific to textile work.

2. Emergency Response :

* Respond quickly to factory accidents and emergencies.

* Assist in stabilizing injured employees until professional medical help arrives.

* Arrange transportation for referral cases to hospital if required.

3. Health Monitoring & Prevention :

* Monitor vital signs (BP, temperature, pulse, oxygen level).

* Support workplace health programs such as **eye checks, respiratory health, ergonomic awareness, and vaccination drives**.

* Help identify workers showing symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, or respiratory issues due to textile dust or chemicals.

4. Medical Facility & Inventory Management :

* Maintain cleanliness and readiness of the medical room.

* Assist in managing **stock of medicines, first-aid supplies, bandages, PPE, ointments, and sterilized tools.

* Ensure proper disposal of medical waste.

5. Reporting & Documentation :

* Maintain accurate records of treatments, accidents, and follow-ups.

* Assist with documentation required for audits (ISO, compliance, buyers, labor department).

* Report severe injuries or repeated health complaints to the Industrial Nurse/HR.

6. Health & Safety Compliance :

* Support implementation of factory safety policies.

* Promote the use of PPE (masks, gloves, earplugs) among workers.

* Participate in safety drills, first-aid training, and health awareness sessions.

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Qualifications & Skills :

Education :

* ANM / GNM / Diploma in Nursing or equivalent certified course.

* Valid nursing registration (as per local regulation).

Experience :

* 1–3 years of nursing/first-aid experience (preferably in a textile mill, garment factory, or industrial environment).

Technical Skills :

* Knowledge of first aid and emergency response.

* Basic understanding of occupational health issues (dust allergies, noise exposure, skin irritation from chemicals, etc.).

* Ability to handle medical equipment (BP machine, glucometer, thermometer, oxygen kit).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person