Heres a job description for a **Staff Nurse** position:
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**Job Title:** Staff Nurse
**Department:** Nursing
**Reports to:** Nurse Manager / Head of Nursing
### **Job Overview:**
As a Staff Nurse, you will provide direct patient care in a hospital or healthcare facility, ensuring that all patients receive high-quality, compassionate care. You will work closely with doctors, healthcare staff, and patients' families to develop and implement patient care plans, monitor patient conditions, and contribute to the overall health and recovery of patients.
### **Key Responsibilities:**
* **Patient Care:**
* Provide direct, patient-centered care by assessing, planning, and implementing nursing interventions.
* Monitor and record vital signs, symptoms, and any changes in patient conditions.
* Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with patient care plans.
* Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.
* Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families.
* **Documentation and Reporting:**
* Accurately document patient information, nursing interventions, and responses to treatment.
* Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and healthcare team members to ensure the quality of care.
* Report any changes in a patient's condition promptly to the appropriate healthcare professional.
* **Collaboration and Teamwork:**
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, therapists, and technicians.
* Assist in patient admissions, discharges, and transfers as necessary.
* Participate in patient care planning and review meetings.
* **Infection Control & Safety:**
* Ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
* Monitor and maintain patient safety during procedures, treatments, and transfers.
* **Patient Education:**
* Educate patients and their families on health management, post-discharge care, and disease prevention.
* Provide information on medication regimens, side effects, and potential complications.
* **Professional Development:**
* Stay updated on the latest medical practices, nursing techniques, and hospital policies.
* Participate in training, workshops, and educational programs to further enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
### **Required Qualifications:**
* Registered Nurse (RN) licensure from an accredited nursing program.
* Valid and current nursing license as required by state/country regulations.
* CPR/BLS certification.
* Previous experience in a healthcare setting (preferred but not required).
### **Skills and Competencies:**
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong clinical judgment and ability to assess patient needs.
* Compassionate, patient-focused care delivery.
* Ability to manage stressful situations and prioritize patient care needs.
* Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
### **Work Environment:**
* Work in a hospital, clinic, or other healthcare facility, which may require shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
* Exposure to infectious diseases, medical instruments, and various medications.
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