Staff Nurse - Critical Care

Kauvery Hospital; Chennai District; On-site; INR 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

Kauvery Hospital in Chennai is seeking a dedicated Critical Care Nurse to provide direct patient care in our intensive care units. You will assess patients, monitor vitals, administer medications, and assist with procedures such as intubation and central line placement.

Join a multidisciplinary team, educate families, maintain precise records, and participate in ongoing training to stay current with critical care practices. Flexibility for night and weekend shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent required.
• Valid nursing license in the state of practice.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Proven experience working in critical care settings.
• Strong understanding of critical care protocols and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in critical care environments.
• Assess patients' conditions and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Assist with procedures such as intubation and inserting central lines.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on treatment plans and post-discharge care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Participate in ongoing training and education to stay current on best practices in critical care nursing.

Skills

Direct patient care in critical care

Team collaboration

Communication and interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Night and weekend shifts willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

• Provide direct patient care in critical care environments
• Assess patients' conditions and monitor vital signs
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers
• Assist with procedures such as intubation and inserting central lines
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Educate patients and their families on treatment plans and post-discharge care
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures to ensure patient safety
• Participate in ongoing training and education to stay current on best practices in critical care nursing
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent
• Valid nursing license in the state of practice
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Proven experience working in critical care settings
• Strong understanding of critical care protocols and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends