About This Role
This nursing role involves providing high-quality care to patients undergoing dialysis treatment. It encompasses pre-, intra-, and post-dialysis patient care, monitoring clinical parameters, and ensuring adherence to all dialysis protocols, quality, and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for dialysis treatment and assess their physical and emotional readiness
- Monitor and record vital signs before, during, and after dialysis
- Initiate and terminate dialysis procedures under supervision of the nephrologist / dialysis in-charge
- Administer prescribed medications, anticoagulants, and fluids as per protocol
- Observe patients during treatment to identify any complications and take appropriate action
- Provide post-dialysis care and guidance to patients regarding diet, hygiene, and fluid management
- Follow strict infection control and biomedical waste management practices
- Coordinate with the nephrologist, dialysis technicians, and support staff for smooth unit functioning
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing reassurance and education
Requirements
- GNM / B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution
- Registered with State Nursing Council (mandatory)
- 13 years of experience in dialysis or critical care nursing preferred (freshers with internship experience may also apply)
- Knowledge of NABH standards and documentation processes
- Basic computer literacy (MS Office, EMR systems)
- Technical expertise in dialysis equipment handling
- Team-oriented, disciplined, and detail-focused
- Patient care and monitoring
- Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently
- Documentation and reporting
Important Details
- Schedule: rotational shifts
Work Conditions
- Hospital/centre-based role
- Exposure to patients with critical health conditions
- Adherence to strict hygiene and safety protocols