Operation Theatre Staff Nurse

About Zydus Hospitals

Zydus Hospitals is a premier super specialty healthcare facility in Ahmedabad with 550 beds spread across 16 floors and 2 basement levels. This advanced medical center integrates numerous specialties, subspecialties, diagnostic services, and rehabilitation care within a single complex. Its sustainable design promotes energy efficiency by maximizing sunlight exposure and utilizing solar energy for hot water throughout the hospital.

Role and Responsibilities

• Manage patient transitions by handing over and taking over patients between operation theatres and floors or ICU.
• Ensure the operation theatre is maintained in a clean and sterile condition consistently.
• Keep thorough records of all OT equipment and perform necessary maintenance or actions when required.
• Organize and schedule OT supplies, instruments, and equipment to maximize their effective use.
• Maintain precise documentation related to patients and equipment following hospital policies.
• Effectively plan and allocate manpower for surgical procedures to avoid unnecessary delays or underutilization.
• Coordinate and provide supportive staff to manage critical events and emergency situations efficiently.
• Encourage open discussion about sentinel events or near misses to foster corrective measures and enhance patient care quality.
• Assist in enforcing adherence to OT policies and procedures at all times.
• Ensure patient specimen collection follows identification safety protocols from collection until reporting to the consultant.
• Participate in consultant rounds by sharing nursing assessments and observations to support patient management.
• Conduct routine equipment checks during each handover to confirm operational status.
• Promote patient and accompanying visitor safety by instituting preventive measures against accidents.
• Accurately document and report any incidents or errors without omission.
• Maintain strict compliance with infection control protocols and bio-waste management procedures continuously.
• Conduct mandatory daily briefings and documentation to communicate updates effectively.

Candidate Preferences and Conditions

• Flexibility to work in varied assigned shifts.
• Ability to handle extended working hours involving standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Preparedness to face occupational hazards associated with the role.
• Availability for on-call duties as required.
• Willingness to perform field duties, including participating in community camps and peripheral clinics.

Eligibility

Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing to be eligible to apply for this role.