Nursing Officer - Homecare

Anvka Healthcare; New Delhi, Gurugram District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Anvka Healthcare in Delhi-NCR seeks a dedicated Home Health Nurse to deliver patient care at homes per a physician-approved plan. You will assess patients, monitor vitals, administer medications, and coordinate with the Nursing Supervisor.

You will support daily living activities, manage wound care, provide infection control, educate families, and document care plans during travel to assigned visits.

Qualifications

• Nurse with valid local registration and homecare experience.
• Ability to assess patients, monitor vitals, and report changes.
• Experience in administering medications, injections, IV fluids, and basic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Visit patients at home and provide nursing care per the care plan.
• Assess health status, monitor vitals, medical history, and condition.

Skills

Nursing care

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Wound care

Infection control

Patient education

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (BSc Nursing)

Tools

Vital signs monitor

Oxygen therapy equipment

Wound care supplies

IV administration set

Job description

1. Patient Care Delivery

• Visit patients at their homes to provide high-quality nursing care as per the care plan and instructions of the Nursing Supervisor.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including monitoring vital signs, medical history, physical condition, and overall health status.
• Administer prescribed medications, injections, IV fluids, wound care, oxygen therapy, nebulization, catheter care, feeding through Ryle’s tube/PEG tube, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Monitor patient progress and identify any changes in condition, reporting concerns promptly to the Nursing Supervisor or treating physician.
• Provide emergency first aid and basic life support (BLS) until advanced medical assistance is available, when required.

2. Personal Hygiene & Bedridden Patient Care

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, sponge baths, oral hygiene, grooming, shaving, hair care, nail care, dressing, and toileting.
• Provide complete personal hygiene care to bedridden patients while maintaining dignity, privacy, and comfort.
• Reposition bedridden patients at regular intervals to prevent pressure sores (bedsores) and maintain skin integrity.
• Perform skin assessments and pressure ulcer prevention measures.
• Assist with diaper changes, incontinence care, urinary catheter care, and bowel care while maintaining infection control practices.
• Assist with feeding, hydration, and nutritional support as per the prescribed dietary plan.
• Support patient mobility, including transfers, ambulation assistance, range-of-motion exercises, and fall prevention.
• Maintain clean bed linen, patient surroundings, and ensure a hygienic environment.

3. Clinical Procedures

• Collect specimens for laboratory investigations as instructed.
• Monitor blood glucose levels, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, and pain levels.
• Perform wound dressing and post-operative care following aseptic techniques.
• Manage tracheostomy care, suctioning, ostomy care, and ventilator support (where applicable and trained).
• Ensure proper handling and maintenance of medical equipment used at the patient’s home.

4. Patient & Family Education

• Educate patients and caregivers about medications, disease management, nutrition, hygiene, rehabilitation, and preventive care.
• Train family members in basic nursing care techniques where appropriate.
• Encourage patient independence while ensuring safety.

5. Care Plan Implementation & Collaboration

• Follow individualized care plans developed by the Nursing Supervisor and treating physician.
• Coordinate with doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary discussions regarding patient progress and treatment plans.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely nursing records, including assessment findings, medications administered, treatments provided, and patient responses.
• Prepare daily nursing reports and communicate significant observations to the Nursing Supervisor.
• Report incidents, adverse events, medication errors, or patient safety concerns immediately.

7. Travel & Duty Management

• Travel to assigned patient homes within designated service areas.
• Maintain punctuality and adhere to scheduled visits, including 8-hour, 12-hour, or 24-hour duty shifts as assigned.
• Manage travel-related responsibilities professionally while ensuring timely patient care.

8. Infection Prevention & Safety

• Adhere to infection prevention and control protocols, including hand hygiene and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Dispose of biomedical waste according to applicable regulations.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, caregivers, and self by following established safety protocols.

9. Professional Conduct

• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
• Demonstrate empathy, compassion, professionalism, and respect toward patients and their families.
• Maintain professional appearance, grooming, and ethical conduct during duty.
• Ensure respectful communication with patients, caregivers, and healthcare team members.

10. Training & Professional Development

• Participate in mandatory clinical training, workshops, and continuing nursing education programs.
• Stay updated on current homecare nursing practices, infection control guidelines, and patient safety standards.
• Mentor junior nursing staff and support team learning when assigned.

11. Quality & Compliance

• Comply with all organizational policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Ensure quality nursing care through adherence to evidence-based practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient satisfaction programs, and internal audits as required.