OT Staff Nurse

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pre-Operative Duties:

• Check and prepare the OT with required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies before surgery.
• Verify patient identity, surgical site, and consent forms.
• Assist in preparing the patient for surgery (positioning, catheterization, IV line, shaving, etc.).
• Ensure all necessary equipment and materials are available and functional.

2. Intra-Operative Duties:

• Maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques throughout the procedure.
• Assist surgeons and anesthetists during operations.
• Handle surgical instruments efficiently and ensure sponge and instrument counts are correct.
• Monitor patient vitals (if required) and report abnormalities promptly.
• Ensure documentation of all materials used during surgery.

3. Post-Operative Duties:

• Assist in transferring the patient safely to the recovery room.
• Monitor the patient until stable and hand over to recovery staff.
• Clean and prepare the OT for the next surgery.
• Properly dispose of biomedical waste as per hospital protocols.

4. Infection Control & Safety:

• Follow infection control policies and aseptic techniques at all times.
• Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of surgical instruments.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the OT.

5. Documentation & Records:

• Maintain surgical records, instrument counts, and utilization registers.
• Record usage of consumables and report shortages to OT Incharge.
• Report equipment malfunction or maintenance requirements promptly.

6. Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in OT staff meetings and training programs.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethics.
• Assist in emergency surgeries when required.
• Coordinate with other departments (Anesthesia, CSSD, ICU, etc.) for smooth workflow.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person