Nursing Staff - Betterway (Ayurveda Hospital)
Location - https://share.google/zLpAsftQbVmNEwEzz
Qualification:
GNM / B.Sc. Nursing (Preferred)
Ayurveda Nursing / Panchakarma Training (Desirable)
Registration: Valid State Nursing Council Registration
2. Purpose of the Job
To provide safe, ethical, and quality nursing care to patients in accordance with Ayurveda principles and NABH standards, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and effective clinical outcomes in both OPD and IPD settings.
3. Key Responsibilities
A. Patient Care Responsibilities
Provide holistic nursing care based on Ayurveda principles.
Monitor and record vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respiration).
Maintain nursing assessment records and patient progress notes.
Ensure pre, intra, and post-procedure care for Panchakarma therapies.
Identify and report adverse reactions/complications immediately.
B. Panchakarma Assistance
Prepare patient for Panchakarma procedures (Snehana, Swedana, etc.).
Assist in procedures such as:
Vamana
Virechana
Basti (Matra, Niruha, etc.)
Nasya
Ensure correct positioning, privacy, and comfort of patient.
Monitor patient during and after procedures.
Maintain therapy records and documentation.
C. IPD (In-Patient Department) Responsibilities
Admission and orientation of patients.
Maintain bedside nursing care and hygiene.
Administer medications as prescribed.
Monitor dietary compliance (Pathya-Apathya).
Maintain intake-output charts.
Prepare patients for discharge and provide instructions.
D. Infection Control & Safety (NABH Compliance)
Follow infection control practices (hand hygiene, PPE use)
Ensure sterilization and disinfection of instruments.
Biomedical waste segregation as per protocols.
Prevent hospital-acquired infections (HAI).
Ensure patient safety measures (fall prevention, identification).
E. Documentation & Records
Maintain accurate and complete:
Nursing records
Treatment sheets
Consent forms
Incident reports
Ensure timely and legible documentation as per NABH standards.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
H. Patient Education & Communication
Educate patients on:
Treatment procedures
Diet (Pathya-Apathya)
Lifestyle modifications
Provide discharge counseling.
Handle patient queries and concerns empathetically.
I. Emergency Handling
Identify early signs of complications.
Provide first aid and basic life support (BLS).
Assist in emergency situations until referral (if hospital is non-emergency setup)
4. Key Skills Required
Knowledge of Ayurveda & Panchakarma procedures
Strong clinical and observation skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Documentation and record-keeping ability
Basic emergency handling skills
5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Accuracy of documentation
Patient satisfaction scores
Infection control compliance
Medication error rate
Adherence to NABH protocols
6. Working Conditions
Rotational shifts (including night duty for IPD)
Exposure to Panchakarma therapies and ayurveda medicines
Direct patient care environment
7. Ethical & Legal Responsibilities
Maintain patient confidentiality
Follow ethical nursing practices
Adhere to hospital policies and NABH standards
Ensure informed consent is obtained