Senior Staff Nurse – Operation Theatre (OT)

Srikamatchi Medical Centre; India; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in India is looking for a Senior Staff Nurse for the Operation Theatre. The ideal candidate will provide safe and efficient nursing care during surgical procedures, assist surgeons, and supervise OT staff. Candidates must hold a B.Sc in Nursing or GNM Nursing, be registered with the State Nursing Council, and have 3 to 5 years of experience in an OT setting. Strong skills in surgical assistance and knowledge of sterile techniques are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in Operation Theatre.
• Experience in handling major and minor surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operation theatre for scheduled surgeries.
• Assist the surgeon during surgical procedures.
• Monitor patient condition immediately after surgery.

Skills

Surgical assistance skills

Knowledge of sterile techniques

Leadership and team supervision

Good communication and documentation

Education

B.Sc Nursing / GNM Nursing

Registered Nurse with State Nursing Council

Certification or experience in Operation Theatre Nursing

Job description

Senior Staff Nurse – Operation Theatre (OT)

Job Summary

A Senior Staff Nurse in the Operation Theatre is responsible for providing safe, sterile, and efficient nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. The nurse assists surgeons and anesthetists, supervises OT staff, maintains infection control standards, and ensures proper functioning of surgical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Operative Responsibilities

• Prepare the operation theatre for scheduled surgeries.
• Ensure sterility of instruments, equipment, and OT environment.
• Check patient identity, consent forms, and surgical site.
• Prepare surgical instruments, sterile packs, and consumables.
• Assist anesthetist in preparing anesthesia equipment and drugs.

Intra-Operative Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during surgical procedures.
• Perform duties as scrub nurse or circulating nurse.
• Maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Monitor patient condition during surgery with the anesthesia team.
• Handle surgical instruments, sutures, and equipment efficiently.
• Maintain accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and needles.

Post-Operative Responsibilities

• Assist in transferring the patient to recovery room / ICU.
• Monitor patient condition immediately after surgery.Ensure proper documentation of surgical procedures.
• Send specimens to laboratory when required.

Supervision & Coordination

• Supervise junior nurses and OT technicians.
• Coordinate with surgeons, anesthetists, and other departments.
• Maintain OT schedules and ensure smooth workflow.
• Provide guidance and training to new staff.

Equipment & Inventory Management

• Ensure proper functioning of OT equipment.
• Maintain and check surgical instruments.
• Monitor stock of OT supplies, sutures, and sterile materials.

Infection Control & Safety

• Follow hospital infection control protocols.
• Ensure proper biomedical waste disposal.
• Follow safety protocols for staff and patients.

Qualifications

• B.Sc Nursing / GNM Nursing
• Registered Nurse with State Nursing Council
• Certification or experience in Operation Theatre Nursing

Experience

• 3–5 years experience in Operation Theatre
• Experience in handling major and minor surgeries

Key Skills

• Surgical assistance skills
• Knowledge of sterile techniques
• Leadership and team supervision
• Good communication and documentation

Contact Details

SRIKAMATCHI MEDICAL CENTRE

WALK IN – Monday to Saturday

TIME- 10am to 3pm

CONTACT PERSON – SRIDHAR K – Deputy General Manger – HR

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