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Nurse-Home Care

2050 Healthcare · Kochi
Pay₹33,000–38,000a month, as listed
WhereKochiKerala
TypeContract
Posted15 Oct11 days ago, via SimplyHired
Skills they list41 named
Record-keepingFluid balance in healthcareCatheter careClinical record keepingMedical equipment operationTube feedingIntensive care patientB.ScTracheostomy careInfection controlCase note recordingClient record-keeping practicesCritical & Intensive CareANMBlood pressure monitoringPatient safetyMedical emergency responseInjection administrationScienceTemperature monitoringB. Sc NursingInfection control (hygiene practices)Health record trackingCleaningMechanical ventilation in healthcareMedication assistanceHome healthPatient record updatingHealthcare treatmentICU patient careAseptic techniqueInfection prevention protocolsPatient educationManaging patient recordsEscalation handlingClient educationCommunication skillsCritical illness managementGNMPatient observationPatient family support
About this job

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & ICU-Level Nursing Care

Provide complete ICU-level nursing care at patient’s home

Monitor and record vital signs (BP, Pulse, RR, SpO₂, Temperature)

Continuous patient observation and early identification of deterioration

Maintain accurate nursing notes and daily care records

Airway & Respiratory Care

Tracheostomy care (cleaning, suctioning, dressing, tube change support)

Perform endotracheal / tracheal suctioning

Handle BiPAP / CPAP / Oxygen therapy

Manage ventilator-supported patients (where applicable)

Nebulization support

Tube & Feeding Management

Ryles Tube (NG tube) feeding and care

PEG feeding – administration, flushing, site care

Ensure correct feeding position and aspiration precautions

Monitor intake/output and feeding tolerance

Catheter & Line Care

Foley catheter (FC) insertion care, cleaning, urine monitoring

Urine bag emptying, measuring, and documentation

Prevention of catheter-associated infections

Care of IV lines, cannula, and infusion monitoring

Medication & Treatment

Administer medications as prescribed (oral, IV, nebulized, injectable)

Maintain medication schedules and records

Pain management and comfort measures

Emergency response and escalation when required

Infection Control & Safety

Strict adherence to infection control protocols

Maintain ICU-like sterile environment at home

Educate family members on basic safety and care practices

Qualifications & Skills

ANM / GNM / B.Sc Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc Nursing

Hands-on experience with

o Tracheostomy care

o BiPAP / CPAP

o Ryle’s tube & PEG feeding.

o Foley catheter care

Ability to handle emergencies calmly and professionally

Good communication with doctors, coordinators, and family

Compassionate, patient-centric approach

Pay
₹33,000.00 - ₹38,000.00 per month

Benefits

Food provided

Work Location
In person

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