Staff Nurse

Department: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) / Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Reporting To: Nurse In-Charge / Nursing Superintendent / Pediatric Consultant

Job Summary

The PICU & NICU Staff Nurse is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to critically ill neonates and pediatric patients. The role includes continuous monitoring, administering medications, operating life-support equipment, and supporting families while ensuring high standards of patient safety and care.

Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesClinical Care

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neonates and pediatric patients.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, cardiac rhythms, and neurological status.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and nutrition as per physician orders.
• Assist in emergency procedures, resuscitation, and life-saving interventions.
• Maintain ventilators, CPAP, incubators, infusion pumps, and monitoring equipment.

Patient Monitoring & Documentation

• Accurately record nursing observations, intake/output, medication charts, and progress notes.
• Identify early signs of deterioration and immediately report to the medical team.
• Follow infection control protocols and maintain sterile environment.

Coordination & Teamwork

• Work closely with pediatricians, neonatologists, anesthetists, and other healthcare staff.
• Assist doctors during procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
• Participate in shift handovers and multidisciplinary rounds.

Family Support & Education

• Provide emotional support and counseling to parents and families.
• Educate caregivers about patient condition, care procedures, and discharge instructions.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to hospital policies, nursing protocols, and statutory guidelines.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of biomedical waste.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and ethical nursing practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma / B.Sc Nursing with valid Nursing Council registration.
• Minimum 3–5 years experience in NICU/PICU (freshers with training may be considered).
• Knowledge of neonatal and pediatric critical care procedures.
• Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in rotational shifts.

Key Competencies

• Critical thinking and quick decision-making
• Compassionate patient care
• Team collaboration
• Emergency response skills
• Attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person