GNM Staff Nurse
Department - Nursing Services
Reporting To - Nursing In-charge / Nursing Superintendent
Work Experience
Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience preferred; fresh GNM nurses may be considered
Job Purpose
This position's main role & responsibility is to provide safe, compassionate, and quality nursing care to patients in a NABH accredited nursing home, in accordance with doctors’ orders, nursing protocols, and NABH standards, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
Key Relationship
Nursing Superintendent, Nursing In-charges, Doctors & Consultants, Patients and Attendants, Pharmacy, Laboratory, Infection Control Team, Quality & NABH Coordinators
Main Responsibility
Main job responsibilities of GNM Staff Nurse are as follows (but not limited to):
- Provide direct nursing care to patients as per care plan and doctors’ instructions.
- Monitor vital signs, patient condition, and report abnormalities promptly.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, injections, and blood transfusions as prescribed.
- Assist doctors during rounds, procedures, and emergencies.
- Maintain accurate nursing documentation, charts, and records as per NABH norms.
- Follow infection prevention and control practices, hand hygiene, and safety protocols.
- Ensure patient comfort, hygiene, nutrition, and mobility assistance.
- Educate patients and attendants regarding treatment, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Participate in emergency care, code blue, and mock drills as required.
- Handle biomedical waste segregation and disposal as per guidelines.
- Ensure proper handover during shift changes.
- Adhere strictly to hospital SOPs, policies, and ethical nursing practices.
Competencies
Clinical nursing skills, Compassion and empathy, Communication skills, Teamwork, Attention to detail, Ability to work in shifts, Knowledge of NABH standards and patient safety
