Job Title: OPD Staff Nurse

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Qualification: B.Sc Nursing/GNM with valid registration from a recognized Nursing Council

Experience: Minimum post-qualification nursing experience required (preferably in an OPD/clinical setting)

Job Description:

We are looking for a dedicated and skilled OPD Staff Nurse to join our healthcare team in Bengaluru. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in the Outpatient Department (OPD) and contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and compassionate healthcare environment. The role requires a committed individual with strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to work well under pressure in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care and Clinical Services:

- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to OPD patients in accordance with established protocols and standards.

- Assist physicians during clinical procedures and minor surgeries.

- Monitor patient vital signs, document symptoms, and communicate concerns to the attending physician.

- Administer medications, dress wounds, and perform routine clinical tasks as needed.

- Educate patients and caregivers about disease prevention, medication adherence, and health maintenance.

2. Emergency and First Aid Support:

- Respond promptly to medical emergencies in the OPD setting.

- Provide first aid and initiate emergency protocols for injuries or sudden illness.

- Stabilize patients and ensure swift referral to higher-level care if required.

3. Infection Control and Safety:

- Ensure adherence to infection control policies and standard precautions.

- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the OPD area to reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

- Identify workplace hazards and proactively report or mitigate them to ensure a safe working environment for staff and patients.

4. Documentation and Record Keeping:

- Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient care, treatments, and procedures.

- Document incidents, injuries, and illnesses systematically in compliance with legal and hospital guidelines.

- Maintain confidentiality and uphold the privacy of patient information at all times.

5. Quality Improvement and Staff Development:

- Participate in clinical audits, patient safety initiatives, and quality improvement programs.

- Support the orientation and mentoring of new nursing staff and interns.

- Actively engage in training, workshops, and continuous professional development activities.

6. Multidisciplinary Collaboration:

- Collaborate effectively with physicians, technicians, and administrative staff to provide coordinated and holistic care.

- Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients from diverse backgrounds, respecting their cultural and personal preferences.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Degree or diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.

- Valid registration with the Karnataka State Nursing Council or any other recognized Indian Nursing Council.

- Minimum 1-2 years of post-qualification clinical experience in an OPD, outpatient clinic, or hospital setting.

- Strong clinical judgment, patient care ethics, and attention to detail.

- Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and positive attitude in high-pressure situations.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- Basic computer literacy to manage electronic medical records (EMR).