ICU In charge Nurse

Job Summary:

The ICU In-Charge Nurse is responsible for the overall coordination, supervision, and management of the Intensive Care Unit. This role involves leading the ICU nursing team, ensuring high-quality patient care, implementing nursing protocols, and maintaining compliance with hospital and accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities:1. Clinical Supervision

• Oversee daily operations and nursing care delivery within the ICU.
• Ensure adherence to critical care protocols, infection control practices, and patient safety guidelines.
• Provide hands-on nursing care in complex or emergency situations.

2. Team Management

• Supervise and support ICU nursing staff, including staff allocation, shift management, and daily assignments.
• Monitor staff performance, maintain discipline, and coordinate training needs.
• Facilitate ongoing clinical skill development and mentorship for junior staff.

3. Patient Care Coordination

• Coordinate with ICU consultants, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care.
• Ensure timely documentation of patient care activities and handovers.
• Monitor critically ill patients and ensure appropriate nursing interventions are carried out.

4. Administrative Duties

• Maintain ICU inventory, including critical care medications, disposables, and equipment.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement activities, and infection control rounds.
• Ensure timely maintenance and calibration of ICU equipment (ventilators, monitors, etc.).

5. Compliance and Quality

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, statutory regulations, and accreditation requirements (e.g., NABH).
• Report and document any incidents, near misses, or adverse events as per protocol.
• Maintain accurate patient records, nurse reports, and unit logs.

Educational Qualifications:

• Required: GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) or B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution.
• Preferred: Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing or Critical Care Nursing certification.

Licensure & Registration:

• Must be registered with the State Nursing Council (Valid Registration Number Required).

Experience Required:

• Minimum 5 years of total nursing experience, with at least 2 years in an ICU setting.
• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role (e.g., ICU Team Leader or Assistant in Charge) preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-specialty hospital or NABH-accredited institution is desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong clinical decision-making and patient assessment skills.
• Effective team leadership and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proficiency in using ICU equipment (ventilators, monitors, infusion pumps).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of infection control, biomedical waste management, and ICU protocols.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available for rotational shifts, including night duties and emergencies.
• Physically demanding role involving long hours, critical decision-making, and emotional resilience.
• Exposure to infectious diseases and high-risk situations is inherent to the ICU environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹29,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person