Staff Nurse - Ophthalmology Clinic

Locations & Experience

Bangalore Urban 5 - 9 Yrs As per Industry Standards

Kozhikode 3 Yrs As per Industry Standards

Responsibilities

• Provides age specific patient centered care utilizing the nursing process.
• Performs patient assessment using appropriate, problem focused, and age specific assessment techniques.
• Performs continual critical care assessment of patient and family's physical and psychological needs.
• Involves patient, significant others, and health care providers in the plan of care when appropriate.
• Collaborates with a multi disciplinary team to provide patient care.
• Coordinates and plans critical care/clinical pathway, prioritizes care based on individual needs, and revises the care plan as necessary.
• Initiates appropriate transfer plans.
• Recognizes subtle cues to anticipate potential problems.
• Documents all relevant data in the medical record according to hospital/departmental standards.
• Ensures availability and maintenance of supplies and equipment needed for the unit and patient care.
• Performs clerical duties when needed.
• Assumes responsibility for meeting Joint Commission International Accreditation (JCIA) required mandatory education (e.g., fire, safety, infection control and others).
• Participates in staff meetings and unit committees/projects.
• Participates in developing and achieving unit goals.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Performs safe handling and administration of Narcotic/Controlled and Semi Controlled Drugs and documentation as directed by policies and procedures.
• Ensures completion of unit competencies such as pain management and utilization of Emergency department devices.
• Maintains clinical and professional competency based on the latest research and established standards of practice.
• Completes yearly critical care nursing competencies (basic).
• Participates in unit based Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities (data collection, CQI teams, incident reporting, customer complaint reporting, medication error reporting, etc.).
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Maintains mandatory educational requirements.
• Performs additional duties when required.
• Provides direct nursing care to paediatric patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and preparing patients for procedures.
• Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Develops and implements individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Educates patients and families on health issues, treatment plans, and post discharge care.
• Maintains accurate and up to date patient records and documentation.
• Supervises and mentors junior nursing staff and support staff in the Paediatric Ward.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and training programs.
• Responds to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner, providing appropriate care.
• Supervises and coordinates nursing activities during the night shift, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Provides leadership and support to nursing staff, promoting a positive work environment and fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Assigns and delegates nursing duties and responsibilities, considering patient needs and nursing team capabilities.
• Monitors and evaluates nursing care delivery, ensuring compliance with patient care plans, protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Handles emergencies, crisis situations, and critical patient care issues, taking appropriate actions and making sound decisions.
• Conducts rounds and assessments to evaluate patient conditions, address concerns, and ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals (physicians, therapists, support staff) for comprehensive patient care.
• Acts as a resource and provides guidance to nursing staff, assisting with complex patient cases, procedures, and medication administration.
• Participates in performance evaluations, coaching, and professional development of nursing staff.
• Maintains accurate documentation and records of patient care, incidents, and nursing activities.