Nurse

Job Description

Title: Nurse

Company Name: Ekagra Health

Vacancy: 01

Age: At least 24 years

Job Location: Dhaka (Dhanmondi)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 1 to 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Clinic, Healthcare Startup, Hospital, Medical College

• Diploma in Nursing
• Bachelor of Science (BSc)

• Must have valid Bangladesh Nursing and Midwifery Council (BNMC) registration.

• 1 to 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Clinic, Healthcare Startup, Hospital, Medical College

• Age At least 24 years

Candidates with practical experience in the following areas will receive preference:

• Good understanding of nursing procedures, patient safety, hygiene, and infection prevention.

• Ability to provide appropriate nursing care under the supervision of doctors and senior nursing staff.

• Experience in wound dressing and monitoring patients with acute or chronic conditions will be preferred.

• Knowledge of vital signs monitoring, medication administration, IV therapy, and basic emergency nursing care.

• Good communication skills and a compassionate, patient-focused attitude.

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Willingness to work rotational shifts, including night duty, weekends, and public holidays as per the duty roster.

• Basic knowledge of patient documentation and electronic medical records will be an advantage.

Patient Care & Clinical Monitoring

• Provide comprehensive nursing care according to hospital protocols and physicians' instructions.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation.
• Observe patients' clinical conditions and promptly report abnormalities or deterioration.
• Assist doctors during patient examinations and clinical procedures.
• Maintain patient comfort, hygiene, mobility, and safety throughout treatment.

Wound Care & Dressing Management

• Perform and assist with regular wound dressing using proper aseptic techniques.
• Provide nursing support for patients with diabetic foot ulcers, chronic wounds, post-surgical wounds, and other complex wounds.
• Monitor wound conditions, dressing status, discharge, and signs of infection.
• Assist consultants during wound assessment, debridement, and other wound-care procedures, within the nurse's scope of practice.
• Maintain wound-care documentation and report changes in wound condition.
• Educate patients and caregivers about wound hygiene, dressing precautions, and follow-up care.

Inpatient Department (IPD) Nursing

• Provide nursing care to admitted patients according to prescribed treatment plans.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV fluids, and other treatments within the authorized scope of nursing practice.
• Monitor blood glucose levels, fluid intake/output, and other clinical parameters as required.
• Assist patients with mobility, positioning, feeding, and personal hygiene.
• Maintain accurate nursing notes and patient observation charts.
• Ensure effective patient handover during shift changes.
• Report patient concerns and clinical emergencies promptly to the responsible physician.

Operation Theatre (OT) & Procedure Support

• Prepare patients for surgical and minor OT procedures.
• Assist consultants and OT teams during procedures as assigned.
• Maintain sterile instruments, dressing materials, and procedure-related supplies.
• Follow infection-prevention and sterilization protocols.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative nursing care.
• Monitor patients during recovery and report any complications.

Advanced Therapy & Treatment Support

• Assist in preparing patients for prescribed advanced therapy sessions.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after therapy according to approved protocols and training.
• Support the clinical team during wound-healing and rehabilitation-related treatments.
• Ensure appropriate patient positioning, comfort, and safety.
• Report adverse reactions or unexpected clinical findings immediately.
• Participate in training on specialized medical devices and therapy procedures.

Emergency Nursing Care

• Identify early signs of patient deterioration and promptly escalate to the responsible doctor.
• Provide basic emergency nursing assistance and first aid within the nurse's training and competency.
• Assist doctors during emergency management and patient stabilization.
• Support emergency transfer and referral procedures when required.
• Maintain readiness of emergency equipment and essential nursing supplies.

Infection Control & Patient Safety

• Follow standard infection-prevention and control practices.
• Maintain hand hygiene, aseptic techniques, and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of medical waste and sharps.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection-control compliance in clinical and patient-care areas.
• Follow medication safety and patient-identification protocols.

Documentation & Team Coordination

• Maintain accurate nursing records and patient treatment documentation.
• Update patient charts and electronic health records (EHR) when applicable.
• Coordinate with doctors, senior nurses, and other clinical staff.
• Communicate treatment instructions and nursing observations effectively.
• Ensure patient privacy, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
• Participate in clinical training, departmental meetings, and quality-improvement activities.

• Professional training and skill-development opportunities

• Exposure to specialized wound care and advanced clinical therapies

• Opportunity to work with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals

• Other benefits as per hospital policy