Head Nurse
Avana Care
Pune, Maharashtra, India
Posted on 29-11-2024
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1 Vacancy
Description
Job Summary:
- The Head Nurse leads the nursing team to deliver exceptional care to elderly residents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. This role involves supervising nursing staff, coordinating care plans, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations, and fostering a safe, supportive environment for residents.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership and Staff Supervision - Manage and supervise the nursing team, including scheduling, training, and evaluating staff performance.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to nursing staff to maintain high standards of care.
- Address and resolve any issues or conflicts among the nursing team to ensure effective teamwork.
2. Resident Care Management - Oversee the development and implementation of individualized care plans for residents.
- Monitor residents’ health conditions, review treatment plans, and adjust care as needed in collaboration with physicians.
- Ensure that residents’ medical, emotional, and social needs are met in a compassionate and professional manner.
3. Quality Assurance and Compliance - Ensure nursing practices comply with facility policies, healthcare regulations, and industry standards.
- Conduct regular audits of nursing documentation, medication administration, and infection control practices.
- Stay updated on best practices and implement continuous improvement strategies within the nursing department.
4. Communication and Coordination - Act as the primary liaison between the nursing team, medical staff, residents, and families.
- Facilitate interdisciplinary meetings to discuss resident care plans and progress.
- Communicate effectively with residents’ families to provide updates and address concerns.
5. Emergency and Risk Management - Respond promptly to medical emergencies and guide the nursing team in delivering appropriate care.
- Identify potential risks to resident safety and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Maintain preparedness for emergencies by training staff and conducting drills.
6. Administrative Responsibilities - Manage nursing budgets, including staffing, supplies, and equipment.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including resident files, incident reports, and staff schedules.
- Assist in recruitment, on boarding, and professional development of nursing staff.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
1. Education & Licensure - GNM Nursing with registration is a plus.
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state/region of practice.
- Certification in geriatric care, palliative care, or dementia care is highly desirable.
2. Experience - Previous experience in elderly care, long-term care, or a similar healthcare setting is preferred.
3. Key Skills - Strong clinical knowledge, particularly in geriatric health issues, chronic disease management, and end-of-life care.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer applications.
- Empathy, patience, and effective communication skills for interacting with residents, families, and staff.
Category
Nursing
Preferred Education
GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery)DGNM (Diploma in General Nursing and Mid Wifery)
Key Skills
Communication SkillsGood LeadershipClinical KnowledgeOrganizational SkillsProblem Solving Skills
Benefits
- Accommodation
About Organization
Avana Care