Staff Nurse

A. General Job Description

• Uphold and promote the Mission, Vision, and Policies of the Nursing Division and the Hospital.
• Stay updated on new regulations, policies, memos, and circulars to ensure proper implementation and compliance.
• Participate actively in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives to enhance patient care within the unit and hospital-wide.
• Provide support during emergency situations as needed in the unit or hospital.
• Attend monthly staff meetings, seminars, and Nursing Service Division activities to remain informed and engaged.
• Take initiative in pursuing professional development through seminars, conferences, and continuing nursing education.
• Guide and mentor newly hired nurses, aides, attendants, and student affiliates in daily routines, nursing procedures, documentation, and patient handovers.
• Maintain professionalism by adhering to hospital standards, policies, and ethical practices.
• Comply with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Demonstrate professional conduct through punctuality, consistent attendance, and adherence to uniform and grooming requirements.

B. Clinical Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with healthcare providers to review treatment plans, orders, and progress notes in accordance with established protocols.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to coordinate and address patient care needs.
• Provide thorough shift endorsements and ensure accuracy and completeness of patient charts and Kardex entries.
• Monitor vital signs, conduct nursing assessments, and develop care plans based on patient history and clinical findings.
• Perform regular patient rounds, checking IV lines, drains, catheters, postoperative sites, and maintaining room cleanliness.
• Assist physicians during rounds and stay updated on treatment plans and patient progress.
• Immediately report significant changes in patients' physical or behavioral conditions to attending physicians.
• Execute doctor's orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper documentation.
• Maintain comprehensive nursing documentation from admission through discharge.
• Foster a supportive environment by providing emotional care to patients and their families.
• Adhere strictly to infection control and isolation procedures, including terminal and concurrent disinfection.

Core Nursing Competencies

Perform nursing procedures including:

• IV insertion, blood transfusion, and chemotherapy administration.
• Basic comfort measures (sponge baths, repositioning, back rubs, compresses, oral care).
• Safe medication administration following the "10 Rights," including patient education.
• Operation of medical equipment (BP apparatus, cardiac monitors, ventilators, glucometers, pulse oximeters, suction machines, nebulizers, infusion pumps).
• Care for patients with tracheostomy tubes and colostomy bags.
• Management of enteral feeding via nasogastric or gastrostomy tubes.
• Monitoring and care for patients on mechanical ventilation, including suctioning and early detection of complications.
• Assistance during emergencies (CPR, intubation) and administration of emergency medications per hospital protocol.
• Measurement of intake and output during critical conditions such as shock, bleeding, or postoperative recovery.
• Provision of postoperative care and health teaching to prevent complications and support recovery.
• Preparation of patients for surgery—assisting with hygiene, administering pre-operative medications, reinforcing NPO orders, giving enemas, and completing surgical checklists.
• Facilitation of safe patient discharge, providing guidance on rehabilitation, dietary needs, medications, follow-up appointments, and home care.

Patient Advocacy and Cultural Sensitivity

• Provide culturally competent, respectful, and non-discriminatory care that honors patient dignity and autonomy.
• Advocate for patients by protecting their rights, values, and beliefs.

C. Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Experience: Open to experienced and newly licensed nurses
• Eligibility: Fresh board passers are encouraged to apply
• Membership: Active member of the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA)
• Availability: Must be available for immediate employment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person