Nursing Officer

Duties Direct Patient Care:

Administering meds, injections, transfusions; assisting with hygiene, feeding, and comfort; monitoring vital signs (TPR, BP).

Patient Management:

Handling admissions, discharges, transfers; providing pre/post-operative care; managing acutely ill patients.

Documentation:

Accurate recording of patient conditions, care given, and vital signs.

Patient Education:

Advising patients/families on health, prevention, and discharge instructions. Administrative & Leadership Duties (Vary by seniority)

Staff Supervision:

Guiding, counseling, evaluating subordinate staff, maintaining discipline, and checking attendance.

Unit Management:

Conducting rounds, ensuring cleanliness, managing supplies, coordinating with doctors and other departments.

Policy & Quality:

Implementing hospital policies, participating in quality improvement, infection control, and research.

Liaison:

Acting as a link between staff, doctors, and management, handling complaints and coordinating care.