ICU Nurse - Incharge

Era University; Lucknow; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Era University in Lucknow seeks an experienced Incharge - ICU Nurse to lead daily patient care in the Intensive Care Unit, oversee nursing staff, and coordinate medical resources.

The role requires an active RN license with M.Sc. Nursing, ACLS/BLS, and 5–6 years ICU experience. You will ensure infection control, safety protocols, and seamless critical care delivery.

Qualifications

• Active RN license with M.Sc. Nursing.
• ACLS and BLS certifications.
• 5–6 years ICU/critical care experience after B.Sc. Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Directs shift operations, assigns patient loads based on acuity.
• Oversees critical care nursing staff and coordinates resources.
• Monitors high-acuity patients and assists with emergency procedures.
• Ensures 24/7 staff coverage and adherence to protocols.
• Enforces infection control and medication safety.
• Manages ICU equipment and supplies; coordinates with physicians.

Skills

ICU nursing

Staff leadership

ACLS

BLS

Critical care

Shift coordination

Infection control

Education

M.Sc. Nursing

RN license

Tools

Ventilators

Hemodynamic monitors

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Incharge - ICU Nurse

An ICU Nurse-in-Charge manages daily patient care activities, oversees critical care nursing staff, and coordinates medical resources in the Intensive Care Unit.

• Directs shift operations, assigns patient loads based on acuity, and ensures 24/7 staff coverage.
• Clinical Oversight: Monitors high-acuity patients, evaluates care plans, and assists with emergency procedures like intubation or resuscitation.
• Staff Mentorship: Guides, trains, and evaluates junior nurses and support staff.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Communicates patient status updates between bedside nurses, attending physicians, and specialists.
• Quality & Safety Compliance: Enforces strict infection control, medication safety, and hospital accreditation protocols.
• Resource Management: Inspects and maintains specialized critical care equipment (such as ventilators and hemodynamic monitors) and manages unit supplies.

Preferred candidate profile

• Licensure & Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license with a M.Sc. nursing degree.
• Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and critical care certifications.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 to 6 years of clinical nursing experience after B.Sc. Nursing with specific background working in an ICU or critical care setting.
• Must have relevant experience.