Job Description – Assistant Clinical Nurse

Position

Designation: Assistant Clinical Nurse
Department: Nursing / Clinical Services
Reporting To: Nursing In-charge / Nursing Superintendent
Location: Hospital

Job Purpose

To provide safe, compassionate, and quality nursing care to patients under the supervision of senior nursing staff, while ensuring compliance with hospital clinical protocols, infection-control standards, and patient-safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients as per the prescribed treatment plan and hospital protocols.

• Monitor and record patients' vital signs, clinical condition, intake/output, and other relevant observations.

• Assist doctors and senior nurses during clinical procedures, examinations, and treatments.

• Administer medications and treatments as instructed and maintain accurate documentation.

• Assist in patient admission, transfer, discharge, and preparation for procedures.

• Maintain accurate and timely nursing records, patient files, and clinical documentation.

• Ensure proper identification of patients before medication, procedures, investigations, and treatment.

• Follow infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene and appropriate use of PPE.

• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and readiness of the patient-care area and nursing equipment.

• Identify and promptly report any deterioration in the patient's condition to the senior nurse/doctor.

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide appropriate emotional support.

• Educate patients and attendants regarding basic nursing care, medication instructions, hygiene, and discharge instructions as directed.

• Ensure proper handling, storage, and availability of medicines, consumables, and nursing equipment.

• Participate in emergency response and resuscitation activities as required.

• Follow hospital policies, nursing standards, NABH requirements, and patient-safety protocols.

• Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.

• Participate in training programs, audits, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.

• Perform any other nursing-related duties assigned by the Nursing In-charge or management.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. Nursing / GNM from a recognized institution.

• Valid nursing registration with the applicable State Nursing Council.

• Relevant hospital experience will be preferred.

• Freshers may be considered based on hospital requirements.

Key Skills

• Basic clinical and nursing knowledge

• Patient-care and communication skills

• Medication administration and documentation

• Infection-control practices

• Emergency and basic life-support awareness

• Teamwork and coordination

• Good interpersonal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to work in shifts

• Compassionate and patient-centric approach

Key Competencies

• Patient Safety

• Clinical Discipline

• Accountability

• Teamwork

• Communication

• Empathy and Compassion

• Attention to Detail

• Adaptability

• Ethical and Professional Conduct

Shift Requirements

Willingness to work in rotational shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as per hospital requirements.