Senior Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

About This Role

The Senior Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit at Manipal Hospitals is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to critically ill patients. This position involves assessing patient needs, coordinating care plans, and supporting patients and their families. The role also includes training and mentoring junior nursing staff and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to critically ill patients
• Monitor patients' conditions
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and monitor vital signs
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Lead and mentor nursing staff and foster a positive work environment
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of critical care nursing practices and procedures
• Proficiency in using medical equipment commonly found in ICU settings (e.g., ventilators, infusion pumps, and monitoring devices)
• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and families
• Relevant experience in ICU for 5 years managing emergency response and crisis management
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide junior nurses
• Current nursing license and relevant certifications (BLS, ACLS)
• Valid nursing degree
• Extensive experience in critical care nursing, preferably in an ICU setting
• Strong clinical skills and the ability to make quick, informed decisions in high-pressure situations
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest advancements in critical care nursing

Nice to have:

• Certification in critical care nursing (e.g., CCRN)

About the Company

Manipal Hospitals is composed of highly skilled healthcare professionals dedicated to providing exceptional medical and nursing care.