Ward Nurse

Key Responsibilities

1. Admission & Discharge Coordination

• Use hospital software to admit patients. Contribute in billing whenever required.
• Prepare bed, linens, and surrounding area before patient arrival.
• Inform the doctor team and take pre-operative instructions.
• Handle discharge procedures, including verifying discharge summary, educating the patient/attendant on medication and post-care.

2. Patient Care & Monitoring

• Perform admission assessments and pre-operative checklist.
• Prepare patients for OT and coordinate with OT and housekeeping.
• Collect detailed post-op handovers and follow post-op instructions.
• Monitor vitals and symptoms; administer treatment as per doctor's orders.
• Maintain hygiene, positioning, and comfort.
• Communicate empathetically and escalate issues promptly.

3. Procedure Assistance & Preparation

• Assist in bedside procedures and ensure a sterile environment.
• Monitor and document post-procedure outcomes.

4. Nursing Documentation

• Timely and accurate nursing chart entries and EMR updates.
• Record intake/output, medication, and shift-wise handovers.
• Maintain NABH-compliant documentation.

5. Inventory & Supply Management

• Daily consumables and equipment logging.
• Ensure inventory documentation and timely replenishment.
• Safe handling of patient belongings and emergency items checklist.

6. Infection Control & Hygiene Maintenance

• Adhere strictly to hand hygiene protocols.
• Ensure biomedical waste disposal and ward cleanliness.
• Work closely with housekeeping for linen and area sanitation.

7. Communication & Coordination

• Maintain quiet and professional communication, using inhouse phones only.
• Coordinate with internal departments (doctors, pharmacy, diagnostics, and administration) and communicate clearly with attendants.
• Report issues to the OT Coordinator or Operations In-Charge.

8. Patient & Attendant Education

• Educate on medications, wound care, hygiene, diet, follow-ups, and diagnostics.
• Offer emotional and empathetic support.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹13,000.00 - ₹16,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person