IPD Nurse

Job Description – IPD Nurse

Neuro And Trauma Centre, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Role: IPD Nurse

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and record patients’ vital signs, intake/output, and neurological observations, including GCS, pupil size and reaction, and limb power.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and injections as prescribed by doctors.
• Provide post-operative nursing care for neurology and trauma patients, including craniotomy, spine surgery, and fracture cases.
• Maintain seizure precautions, spinal precautions, and proper wound and drain care.
• Manage urinary catheters, Ryle’s tubes, and tracheostomy care.
• Prevent bedsores and assist patients with mobilisation.
• Assist doctors during ward rounds and medical procedures.
• Maintain accurate nursing records, medication charts, handover notes, and discharge documentation.
• Follow infection-control procedures and patient-safety protocols.
• Recognise and promptly report deterioration in patients’ conditions.
• Assist in emergency response and shifting critically ill patients.
• Communicate with patients and their attendants, explain nursing care, and provide discharge instructions.

Eligibility and Job Details

• Education: B.Sc. Nursing preferred
• Experience: 1–10 years
• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Eluru Road, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India