Staff Nurse (NICU)

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care to newborns admitted to the NICU.

Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose, as prescribed.

Observe neonates for changes in clinical condition and promptly report abnormalities to the treating doctor.

Assist in the management of premature, low-birth-weight, and critically ill newborns.

Operate and monitor incubators, radiant warmers, phototherapy units, infusion pumps, and other NICU equipment as per training and hospital protocols.

Administer medications, IV fluids, and prescribed treatments accurately and safely.

Assist doctors during neonatal resuscitation, emergency procedures, and other clinical interventions.

Maintain strict infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene, aseptic techniques, and equipment disinfection.

Provide feeding support, including breastfeeding assistance, expressed breast milk feeding, and tube feeding as prescribed.

Maintain accurate nursing notes, vital charts, intake-output records, medication charts, and other clinical documentation.

Monitor neonatal feeding tolerance, urine output, stool pattern, weight, and general clinical progress.

Ensure proper identification and safety of newborns at all times.

Educate and counsel parents regarding newborn care, feeding, hygiene, and discharge instructions under the guidance of the clinical team.

Coordinate with neonatologists, paediatricians, laboratory staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Ensure proper handover of patients during shift changes and maintain continuity of care.

Check the availability of essential medicines, emergency drugs, consumables, and functioning equipment.

Follow hospital policies, nursing standards, patient safety protocols, and emergency procedures.

Perform any other duties assigned by the NICU In-Charge or Nursing Superintendent within the scope of professional practice.

Educational Qualification

GNM or B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution.

Pay

₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location

In person