The OPD Nurse provides nursing care and administrative support in the outpatient setting. They assist physicians during consultations, ensure patient flow, maintain patient records, and carry out nursing procedures as needed. The OPD Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality care while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Patient Care:
Receive and prepare patients for consultation or procedures.
Record patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, etc.).
Assist doctors during physical examinations, minor procedures, and treatments.
Administer medications and injections as prescribed.
Provide basic first aid or emergency care when required.
Educate patients on treatment plans, medication, and follow-up care.
Administrative Duties:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and charts.
Coordinate patient appointments and referrals to other departments.
Manage OPD inventory (supplies, instruments, medications).
Ensure cleanliness and sterilization of instruments and examination rooms.
Coordination and Communication:
Liaise with laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, and other departments for patient services.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and medical staff.
Ensure smooth patient flow and reduce waiting times.
Compliance & Quality Control:
Follow infection control and safety protocols.
Adhere to hospital policies, ethical standards, and nursing codes of conduct.
Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
Education: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (GNM or ANM).
License: Valid Nursing Registration from the appropriate Nursing Council.
Experience: 1–2 years of nursing experience preferred, especially in OPD or clinical settings.
Skills:
Strong clinical and assessment skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer skills for patient documentation.
Based in the outpatient department of a hospital, clinic, or healthcare facility.
May require standing for long hours and working in shifts.
Exposure to infectious diseases and body fluids—proper PPE and precautions required.