Nursing Staff (ICU/NICU)

Position: Staff Nurse – NICU / ICU
Department: Nursing / Critical Care
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 3–6 years preferred; relevant ICU/NICU experience will be an advantage
Qualification: GNM / B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Registration: Valid registration with the State Nursing Council

Key Responsibilities: Patient Care & Monitoring

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in ICU/NICU.
• Monitor and record vital signs, oxygen saturation, neurological status, intake/output and other clinical parameters.
• Assess patients regularly and promptly report any deterioration or abnormal findings to the treating physician.
• Maintain accurate nursing notes, medication records, observation charts and patient documentation.
• Ensure safe positioning, hygiene, nutrition and comfort of patients.

ICU Responsibilities

• Manage patients requiring intensive monitoring and critical care.
• Assist doctors during emergency procedures, resuscitation and other critical interventions.
• Operate and monitor ICU equipment including ventilators, infusion pumps, syringe pumps, cardiac monitors and other critical-care devices.
• Monitor patients on ventilator and non-invasive respiratory support as per physician instructions.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products and other prescribed treatments safely.
• Maintain strict infection-control and aseptic practices.

NICU Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to neonates, including premature and critically ill newborns.
• Monitor neonatal vital signs, oxygen saturation, temperature, feeding and other clinical parameters.
• Assist in the management of neonates requiring ventilator/CPAP or other respiratory support.
• Safely administer medications, IV fluids, feeds and prescribed treatments according to neonatal protocols.
• Assist doctors during neonatal resuscitation and emergency procedures.
• Maintain incubators, radiant warmers and other neonatal equipment as per hospital protocols.
• Support parents and provide appropriate guidance regarding newborn care.

Emergency & Clinical Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate nursing interventions within scope of practice.
• Participate in CPR, Code Blue and resuscitation procedures.
• Prepare emergency medicines, equipment and procedure trays as required.
• Assist doctors during invasive and bedside procedures.
• Ensure timely collection and dispatch of laboratory samples.
• Observe and report adverse reactions, medication errors, infections or other clinical incidents immediately.

Infection Control & Safety

• Follow hospital infection-control policies, hand hygiene protocols and biomedical waste-management procedures.
• Maintain sterile/aseptic techniques during procedures.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and other safety equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of ICU/NICU beds, equipment and nursing stations.
• Follow patient identification, medication safety and fall-prevention protocols.

Documentation & Coordination

• Maintain complete and accurate patient records and nursing documentation.
• Coordinate effectively with doctors, nursing supervisors, technicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in patient handovers and ensure continuity of care across shifts.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and hospital records.
• Report equipment malfunction, stock shortages and clinical incidents to the concerned supervisor.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-care nursing skills.
• Good knowledge of ICU/NICU protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ability to handle critically ill patients calmly and efficiently.
• Knowledge of ventilator, monitor and infusion-pump management.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong observation, documentation and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in rotational shifts, including night duties.
• Compassionate, patient-focused and professional approach.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Preferred Certifications

• BLS / CPR certification.
• ACLS certification for ICU positions.
• NRP certification for NICU positions.
• Relevant critical-care nursing training/certification will be an advantage.

Key Performance Expectations

• Safe and timely delivery of nursing care.
• Accurate patient monitoring and documentation.
• Strict compliance with infection-control and medication-safety protocols.
• Prompt response to emergencies and changes in patient condition.
• Effective communication and shift handover.
• Compliance with hospital policies, clinical protocols and quality standards.

Note: Candidates must possess valid nursing registration and be willing to work in rotational shifts, including nights, weekends and emergency duties. Must share their updated resume.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Leave encashment
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person