Nurse - Medical Surgical

Position Summary:

The Medical-Surgical Nurse is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality, and compassionate nursing care to adult patients with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions. The nurse provides comprehensive care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care

• Provide direct bedside nursing care to patients in the medical-surgical unit.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document findings accurately.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, following institutional protocols.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record patient responses to interventions.
• Assist in pre-operative and post-operative care, ensuring proper recovery and patient safety.
• Maintain infection control standards and ensure a clean, safe environment.

2. Communication & Collaboration

• Collaborate with physicians, allied health professionals, and other nurses to ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing education about diagnosis, treatment, and discharge plans.
• Participate in handover reports, multidisciplinary rounds, and team meetings.

3. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Report any significant changes in patient condition to the physician or charge nurse immediately.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and regulatory requirements.

4. Clinical Competence & Safety

• Demonstrate proficiency in clinical procedures such as IV therapy, wound care, catheterization, and NG tube insertion.
• Identify and respond to emergencies promptly (e.g., code blue situations).
• Ensure safe use of medical equipment and report any malfunctions.

5. Professional Development

• Participate in continuous education and skills training programs.
• Support and mentor junior nursing staff and students as assigned.

Adhere to ethical nursing practice and uphold patient confidentiality.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent.
• License: Registered Nurse with a valid license ; eligible for local registration.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a medical-surgical unit or acute care setting.
• Certifications:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Experience:

• Medical Surgical : 5 years (Required)