Staff Nurse

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Care

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients

• Monitor vital signs and record observations accurately

• Administer medications as per doctor’s orders and hospital protocol

• Assist doctors during examinations, procedures, and emergencies

2. Casualty / Emergency Duties

• Assist in triage and emergency patient management

• Provide first aid and emergency nursing care

• Monitor critically ill patients closely

• Maintain emergency equipment and readiness

3. Ward / ICU Duties

• Maintain intake-output chart, medication chart, and nursing notes

• Perform wound care, catheter care, and IV line care

• Prevent bed sores and ensure patient hygiene

• Follow infection control practices strictly

4. Gynecology & Obstetrics (if applicable)

• Assist in antenatal, intranatal, and postnatal care

• Monitor fetal heart rate and maternal vitals

• Support labor room procedures as directed

• Provide newborn care and breastfeeding support

5. Orthopedic Nursing Care

• Assist in fracture care, cast care, traction care

• Monitor neurovascular status of affected limbs

• Educate patients on mobility and precautions

6. Documentation & Records

• Maintain accurate nursing documentation

• Record treatments, medications, and patient progress

• Ensure proper handover during shift changes

7. Communication & Coordination

• Communicate effectively with doctors, patients, and relatives

• Report abnormal findings immediately to the concerned doctor

• Maintain professional behavior and teamwork

8. Infection Control & Safety

• Follow universal precautions and hand hygiene

• Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient areas

• Handle biomedical waste as per protocol

Qualifications & Skills

• GNM / ANM / B.Sc Nursing (Recognized Institute)

• Valid Nursing Council Registration

• Basic knowledge of nursing procedures and patient care

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work in shifts and handle emergency situations

Professional Expectations

• Punctuality and discipline

• Patient-centered approach

• Ethical and professional conduct

• Compliance with hospital policies and protocols

This job description may be modified as per hospital requirements.

For Pentagon Hospitals, Wakad
HR Department

• It is a Full Time Nurse / Compounder job for candidates with 1 - 6 years of experience.