Staff Nurse

Shalom Institute of Mental Health and Research is a leading psychiatric and de-addiction center dedicated to research, rehabilitation, and innovation in mental health care. The institute’s multidisciplinary team includes five psychiatrists, one physician, a clinical psychologist, mental health professionals, nurses, and a skilled support staff. SIMHAR is affiliated with CMAI and licensed by the State Mental Health Authority of Kerala

SIMHAR offers comprehensive solution for the mentally ill. The hospital also offers specialized treatment for schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder,post-traumatic stress disorder, de-addiction treatment for people with alcohol addiction, drug addiction, depression, children with various behavioural problems and institutionalized care for geriaric psychiatric patients. The centre is located in a 3 acre picturesque land with 14 cottages that can accomodate 150 in-patients.SIMHAR guarantees flawless nursing service that asssure no bystanders required for the patients leaving their families at ease and settled.SIMHAR is committed to giving you the most trusted, holistic and scientific family care and counselling.

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and vigilant Staff Nurse to join our team. Unlike general nursing, this role focuses heavily on behavioral observation, therapeutic communication, and patient safety. You will be responsible for administering medication, assisting in psychiatric procedures (like ECT), and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for patients recovering from acute mental health conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

1. Medication Administration & Compliance

• Administer oral and injectable psychotropic medications strictly as per the doctor's order.
• Mouth Checks: Perform strict visual checks to prevent "cheeking" or hoarding of medication.
• Monitor patients for side effects of psychiatric drugs (e.g., tremors, stiffness, drowsiness, excessive salivation) and report immediately to the RMO.

2. Patient Observation & Safety

• Conduct hourly rounds (or more frequent "suicide watch" checks) to ensure patient location and safety.
• Observe and document changes in behavior, sleep patterns, appetite, and social interaction in the Nurses' Daily Notes.
• Maintain a hazard-free environment; check patient belongings during admission for sharp objects, cords, or unauthorized items.

3. Crisis Management & De-escalation

• Recognize early signs of agitation or aggression in patients.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques to calm distressed patients.
• Assist in the safe physical restraint or seclusion of violent patients only when necessary and strictly according to hospital protocol and human rights guidelines.

4. General Nursing Care & Hygiene

• Monitor Vital Signs (BP, Pulse, Temp) regularly.
• Ensure patients maintain personal hygiene; assist dependent or catatonic patients with bathing, feeding, and grooming.
• Manage medical comorbidities (dressing wounds, managing IV lines/catheters, monitoring blood sugar for diabetic patients).

5. ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy) Duties (If applicable)

• Pre-ECT: Ensure the patient is NPO (fasting), check consent forms, and remove dentures/jewellery.
• Intra-ECT: Assist the anesthetist and psychiatrist during the procedure.
• Post-ECT: Monitor recovery, orientation levels, and vital signs in the recovery room until the patient is stable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to send their updated CV, RCI Registration certificate copy, and a cover letter to
support@shalommentalhealth.org or contact (+91) 8113087028.

Subject Line: Application for Staff Nurse - [Candidate Name]

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹45,800.03 - ₹80,000.54 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Clinical: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person