Senior Staff Nursing
Job Description
A Senior Staff Nurse acts as a first-level nursing supervisor accountable for the nursing care management, safety, and smooth operation of an assigned ward, unit, or department.Admission & Discharge: Manage proper admission, transfer, and discharge processes for patients.Care Planning: Plan comprehensive nursing care and assign patient duties based on individual medical needs.Clinical Execution: Assist with or deliver direct patient care, administer medications, and implement doctor instructions.Rounds: Take clinical rounds alongside doctors and junior staff to monitor patient health and recovery progress.Duty Roster: Make duty and work assignments for nursing and non-nursing personnel.Ward Maintenance: Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment while overseeing equipment and linen inventories.Documentation: Maintain accurate, concise clinical records and patient data while ensuring confidentiality.Emergency Management: Coordinate and lead responses during medical emergencies or critical interventions.
