Staff Nurse

October 10, 2024

Ford Hospital and Research center

FULL TIME

Patient Care:
Provide care for critically ill patients with complex, multi-system health problems.
Monitor vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation.
Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood transfusions as per doctor’s orders.
Manage ventilators, catheters, and other life-support equipment.
Perform nursing interventions like suctioning, wound care, and repositioning to maintain patient comfort.
Patient Monitoring:
Continuously observe patients’ status, identifying changes in condition and taking prompt action as needed.
Record and interpret patient data using ICU equipment such as monitors, ventilators, and infusion pumps.
Report significant changes in patient conditions to physicians and other healthcare team members.
Collaborative Care:
Work in a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with physicians, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and dietitians.
Assist in emergency procedures like CPR, intubation, and the insertion of central lines.
Coordinate and participate in patient care planning and ensure the delivery of evidence-based care.
Documentation:
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting all care provided and changes in patient condition.
Ensure compliance with ICU protocols, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Prepare handover reports for the next shift to ensure continuity of care.
Family Support:
Communicate with patients’ families, providing updates on patient conditions and care plans.
Offer emotional support and guidance, helping families understand medical procedures and the critical nature of care.
Safety and Infection Control:
Adhere to infection control protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of ICU equipment.
Maintain a safe environment, preventing patient injuries and complications like hospital-acquired infections (HAIs).
Education and Training:
Participate in continuing education and training to stay current with ICU nursing practices and technology.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior nurses or nursing students in the ICU.

Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Current state nursing license (Registered Nurse - RN).
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
Critical Care Nursing Certification (CCRN) (preferred but not mandatory).
Experience:
Minimum of 1-2 years of nursing experience, preferably in an ICU or critical care setting.

Skills:

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in using ICU-specific equipment and technology.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to stay calm and effective under pressure.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift and position patients.
Extended periods of standing, walking, and moving in the ICU environment.
Flexibility to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹11,300.00 - ₹28,140.55 per month
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