Nurse Job Description

The expected duties to be performed by a Nurse include:
● Assessing the total needs of patients and preparing a plan of care ● Maintaining a record of admission and discharge of patients ● Demonstrating and carrying out efficient care towards patients ● Taking care of personal comfort and toilet of patients, administration of drugs and treatment, observation and recording of vital parameters ● Treating medical emergencies ● Supervising the diet plans of patients ● Making regular rounds of the ward ● Maintaining a proper record of patient’s disease and treatment ● Briefing doctors about the patient’s health condition ● Assisting doctors by giving proper reports during an examination ● Following prescribed rules in case of accident or death of a patient ● Intimating the relatives of the patients about changes in their condition ● Abiding by and working in consonance with the hospital procedures and guidelines ● Exercising utmost care and caution while dealing with patients ● Nurturing a compassionate environment ● Providing psychological support to the patients and their relatives

The desirable qualifications for the position of Nurse are:
● 10+2 degree from a recognized board with biology ● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing ● Prior professional experience in nursing ● Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians and hospital staff ● Experience in assisting doctors in the Emergency Room or intensive care ● Problem-solving skills

A Nurse should possess the following critical skills: ● Clear Headed with clear communication skills ● Orientation skills and ability to teach new staff ● Ability to self-control in pressure situations ● Basic Computer Skills ● Ability to take complete responsibility to resolve issues ● Ability to pay attention to minute health updates ● Ability to handle and perform in emergencies ● Ability to effectively use time ● Inbuilt tendency to improve ● Having knowledge of the basic medical treatment ● Ability to provide emotional support