Staff Nurse

Job PurposeTo provide care for patients before, during and after surgery. Handle and prepare operating instruments and equipment within the sterile field.Job ResponsibilitiesGeneral ResponsibilityAdhere and comply with Organization Regulations and Administrative Policies.Adhere and comply with policies and procedure related to patient care, infection control, patient safety and accreditation standard.Care DeliveryDemonstrate clinical competence in all aspects of patient care.Evaluate the quality and appropriateness of care and assess the impact of nursing intervention as appropriate.Assessment and reassessment of pain and management of painEnsure compliance with all policy and procedure for medication management.Ensure plan of care is implemented.Document and handover all patients records as per policies and standards.Educate patient and family as requiredEnsure the involvement of the patient, family and significant others in the patient's care.Demonstrates correct use and assembly of required equipments, instruments and appropriate cleaning of the same.      Quality ManagementUnderstanding of clinical and other established performance indicators to ensure ongoing quality Improvement.Follow international patient safety goals.Report all near miss, sentinel events and any other incidents.Identify and escalate any life threatening issues, associated procedures, protocols and policy guidelines.Always maintain privacy and confidentiality of patient information and records.Comply with all quality standards as decided by organization for patient safety and quality of careTraining and DevelopmentParticipate and contribute in scheduled in service training programs like ACLS, BLS,PALS,NALS(If applicable), CNEs, conferences etc.,Functional Area ResponsibilityMaintain the sterile zones.Ability to do the gowning procedure and scrubbing.Understand and demonstrate infection control guidelines, practices and bio medical waste management.Demonstrate knowledge on consent protocol.Ability to position patients appropriately.Knowledge about the different types of sterilisation and aseptic techniques followed in NH .Take the appropriate barcode for biopsy.Knowledge on methods of cleaning of OT and equipments.Awareness of radiation safety.Knowledge of the system of receiving the implant from the store.Familiarity in operating surgical equipments.Candidate RequirementsEducation: Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in nursingRegistration: Valid registration in the state Nursing Council from where B.Sc. Nursing / GNM was completed.Experience: Freshers / candidates with 1 or 2 years of experienceKnowledge & Skills Required: Knowledge of nursing principles, techniques and procedures for the delivery of effective patient care. Good communication & interpersonal skills. Be proactive, punctual and empathetic.