Staff Nurse

This full-time nursing position is based in Sheikhupura and is primarily open to local candidates. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive nursing care in a hospital emergency setting, with a strong emphasis on adhering to organizational policies and protocols. The nurse will be responsible for punctuality, managing shift handovers, and maintaining accurate patient care documentation through electronic health systems. The position requires strict commitment to infection control, medication administration, and effective collaboration with medical and support staff to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for patients and their families. Candidates must be prepared to travel up to 75% of the time. The monthly salary for this role is Rs60,000.

Key Responsibilities

- Maintain regularity, punctuality, and compliance with the organization's uniform policy at all times.
- Conduct thorough handover and takeover procedures at the end of each shift; promptly report any loss or damage of medical or office equipment in writing to the shift supervisor and copy the unit administrator.
- Demonstrate proficiency in using the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) and electronic queue management systems, ensuring accurate and timely data entry in line with organizational standards.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs in real-time within HMIS, performing hourly checks for Priority 1 (P1) patients and every four hours for Priority 2 (P2) patients. Immediately notify the Emergency Room physician of any critical vital signs.
- Administer medications to P1 and P2 patients within one hour and document administration in real-time using HMIS.
- Verify patient identity, medication dose, and administration route before administering medications to P1 and P2 patients.
- Ensure double sign-off from the pharmacy team when dispensing life-saving drugs and report any non-compliance to the shift supervisor for incident reporting.
- Enter detailed nursing notes for each P1 and P2 patient into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Strictly adhere to the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) within the Emergency Room.
- Refill crash cart medications and disposables immediately after use to maintain readiness.
- Follow rigorous infection control practices, including frequent use of hand disinfectants and gloves.
- Replace mackintosh sheets for every new patient to uphold hygiene standards.
- Conduct thorough assessments of pediatric patients, plan and implement care in collaboration with families, and ensure accurate documentation.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children and their families, ensuring janitorial staff disinfect patient areas hourly and sterilize instruments after each use.
- Track and enter all laboratory and radiology reports into the EMR promptly to support timely clinical decisions.
- Continuously develop clinical skills and knowledge through completion of competency frameworks and participation in trainings such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Pediatric Emergency Medicine Care Nursing (PEMCN).
- Coordinate the safe admission, transfer, and discharge of pediatric patients according to organizational policies, ensuring proper documentation and implementation.

Required Qualifications

- Proven nursing experience, preferably in emergency or pediatric care settings.
- Competency in using HMIS and electronic medical record systems.
- Ability to perform timely and accurate patient assessments and documentation.
- Solid knowledge of infection control protocols and medication administration standards.
- Completion or willingness to complete clinical trainings including BLS, PALS, and PEMCN.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams and families.
- Commitment to punctuality, professionalism, and adherence to organizational policies.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Preference given to candidates residing locally in Sheikhupura.
- Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time.
- Competitive monthly salary of Rs60,000.
- Opportunities for ongoing clinical skill enhancement through training and competency development.
- Work environment dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based pediatric emergency care.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated nursing professional committed to delivering high-quality emergency pediatric care within a structured and supportive hospital environment.