STATE REGISTERED NURSE, ICU/HDU

Johor Corporation; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care in a hospital unit, following policies and nursing service standards. You will lead in patient care decisions, supervise staff, and ensure accurate documentation and incident reporting.

The role requires 1–3 years of clinical experience, bilingual communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia, and active involvement in quality improvement and clinical audits.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid license to practice in Malaysia.
• 1–3 years of clinical experience in nursing.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia; strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients in the unit in line with hospital policies.
• Lead in quick decision making for patient care and supervise unit activities.
• Coordinate and supervise nursing staff, report incidents to Unit Manager, and participate in clinical audits.
• Ensure doctor orders are followed and hand over patient progress with accuracy.
• Maintain documentation and ensure high-quality care and patient satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

Registered Nurse with Malaysia license

BLS ACLS MTLS PALS NRP certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Accountable for providing professional nursing care to patients within a hospital unit, adhering to hospital policies and nursing services principles, policies, and procedures to ensure high-quality care is practiced. Responsible For: Leading in making decision quickly to patient care. Performing professional nursing care to patient. Direct supervision and co-ordination of the activities in the allocated unit / ward, in line with the Policies and Procedures of Nursing Services. Responsible to keep Unit Manager informed of any incidents or reportable situations that need nursing administrative involvement. Assisting in monitor lower categories staff and report to Unit Manager Involvement in Clinical Audit or Hospital Audit.

ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT

Adherence to nursing care vision, mission, goals, and objectives, aligns with the scope of nursing services, and performs shift duties as assigned by the Unit Manager to ensure high-quality care rendered. Notifies the unit manager of any changes in the situation that could impact the standards of care. Obtains and handovers a report of patient progress, ensuring all doctor's orders are followed before changing or overtaking shifts and notifying any incidents or problems encountered. Visit patients in the unit with team members to assess conditions, re-plan nursing care, and determine nursing priorities based on patient needs and staff availability. Provides personalized, holistic patient care using the nursing process approach, maintaining accurate documentation in patient folders, and promptly reporting any abnormal findings to relevant doctors or consultants. Conducts nursing rounds on patients, providing emotional support and accompanying doctors while doing rounds, as well as assisting in procedures as needed. Executing the doctor's orders, coordinating with team members related to the patient’s treatment, and fostering effective communication with all disciplines, patients, and relatives to ensure patient satisfaction. Actively participates in the health education, dialogue sessions, and hospital activities. Provide clear, compassionate, and culturally sensitive communication with patients, ensuring their understanding of their condition, treatment options, and care plan comprehensively. Collaborate with the unit manager in administration, setting care standards, and fulfilling duties in the absence of the unit manager, while also carrying out assigned tasks and providing feedback. Charge accurately, incorporating charges for equipment and consumable items into the patient's charges and verifying their completeness. Inspect and document the supply of sterile packs to ensure the integrity of the packaging and maintain an adequate supply of unit stock from central sterile supply services. Acts on behalf of the Unit Manager in setting standards and expectations in the quality of care. Carries out duties and responsibilities of the Unit Manager in her absence as directed. Monitor par level of floor stock randomly Carries out assignments scheduled by Unit Manager and provide feedback.

Qualification/Requirement:

Education: Registered with the Nursing Board of Malaysia with a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Knowledge and Experiences: Registered Nurse with at least 1-3 years of clinical experience and diversity in clinical experience. Skills & Competencies: Possess certifications in BLS, ACLS, MTLS, PALS and NRP (according to the specialties) Special skills are required. Proficient in writing and conversing in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Caring, honest, and responsible workers and team player Microsoft Office literacy Personal attributes Good leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Critical thinking, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Willingness to work on scheduled hours, shifts and weekends, public holidays, and any time called during an emergency. Passionate and committed to patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement. High integrity, patience, and attention to detail.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is founded on the vision of being the preferred healthcare provider in the region. We are focused on delivering world-class quality healthcare services throughout our regional footprint across 5 countries, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Australia. We are in search of remarkable people to join us in exploring and discovering better healthcare solutions together. Whether you are a student, a graduate, or an experienced professional, discover the impact you could make with a career at KPJ.