61268-Assistant Clinical Nurse - Nursing

Job Description – Assistant Clinical Nurse

Job Title: Assistant Clinical Nurse
Department: Nursing
Reports To: Senior Clinical Nurse / Nursing In-charge
Location: Apollo Hospitals

Job Summary

The Assistant Clinical Nurse is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of the Senior Clinical Nurse/Nursing In-charge. The role involves assisting with patient care, medication administration, monitoring patient conditions, maintaining clinical documentation, and supporting the smooth functioning of the nursing unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to patients as per hospital protocols and standards.
• Assess and monitor patients’ vital signs and clinical condition.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Assist doctors and senior nurses during procedures and clinical interventions.
• Maintain accurate and timely nursing records and patient documentation.
• Ensure proper identification of patients and follow medication safety protocols.
• Assist in admission, transfer, discharge, and handover procedures.
• Maintain proper infection prevention and control practices.
• Ensure availability and proper handling of nursing equipment and supplies.
• Monitor patients for any change in condition and promptly escalate concerns.
• Provide appropriate patient and attendant education regarding care and treatment.
• Follow hospital policies, nursing standards, safety guidelines, and statutory requirements.
• Participate in emergency response and resuscitation activities as required.
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and safety at all times.
• Coordinate effectively with doctors, nursing staff, laboratory, pharmacy, and other departments.
• Support senior nursing staff in maintaining smooth unit operations.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing / GNM from a recognized institution.
• Valid nursing registration with the respective State Nursing Council.
• Relevant hospital experience will be an added advantage.

Key Skills

• Patient care and clinical nursing skills
• Medication administration
• Vital signs monitoring
• Infection control
• Clinical documentation
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Teamwork and coordination
• Emergency handling
• Patient safety and service orientation

Experience

0–2 years of relevant hospital/nursing experience. Freshers with the required qualification and registration may also be considered, depending on hospital requirements.