Shift In charge - Nursing

Position Summary

The Shift In-Charge—Nursing is a supervisory role responsible for overseeing all nursing-related operations and patient care delivery during the assigned shift. This position ensures that quality nursing services are provided in accordance with Kites Senior Care (KSC) protocols and professional standards. The role involves clinical leadership, coordination with interdisciplinary teams, patient care supervision, and mentoring junior nursing staff. This position plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, empathetic, and person-centred care environment, particularly for elderly residents.

Core Responsibilities

Supervise and oversee all nursing operations during the shift.

Ensure adherence to KSC's nursing protocols, SOPs, infection control practices, and documentation standards.

Coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers in collaboration with the senior staff nurse and other departments.

Monitor and assess patient care, providing direct support for critical or emergency cases.

Accurately administer medications, especially high-alert drugs, with appropriate checks and reporting.

Maintain up-to-date patient records and documentation in alignment with medical, legal, and organizational standards.

Support daily medical rounds, investigations, diagnostics, and nursing care planning.

Mentor junior staff and ensure smooth handovers at shift change.

Monitor stock levels and raise indents; report shortages or equipment issues proactively.

Respond to and report incidents using prescribed incident management tools, including RCA and CAPA.

Uphold patient rights, dignity, and confidentiality while delivering geriatric-focused care.

Contribute to training, quality initiatives, and improvement programs led by the nursing or clinical governance team.

Knowledge and Experience

Diploma or Degree in Nursing (GNM / B.Sc. Nursing)

Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably with geriatric or chronic care patients

Sound knowledge of nursing protocols, medication safety, and patient-centred care

Familiarity with electronic medical records or HMS platforms preferred

Competencies

Clinical expertise and critical thinking

Effective shift supervision and delegation

Empathy and professionalism in patient interaction

Communication and documentation skills

Adaptability, time management, and stress handling

Team leadership, mentoring, and interdepartmental coordination

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Pay

₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits

Food provided

Health insurance

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person