JOB DESCRIPTION (JD)Position Details
Job Title: OPD Nurse
Department: Out-Patient Department (OPD) / Clinical Nursing
Organization: Vasan Eye Care Hospital
Location: R.S. Puram, Coimbatore
Reporting To: Branch Head
Employment Type: Full-Time
RETINA OPD MADANTORY
Job Purpose
The OPD Nurse will be responsible for providing efficient and patient-focused nursing care to ophthalmic patients attending the OPD. The role involves assisting ophthalmologists during consultations and minor procedures, preparing patients for examinations, maintaining clinical records, ensuring infection-control practices, and coordinating the smooth flow of patients through the OPD.
Key Responsibilities1. Patient Care & OPD Management
- Receive and assess patients attending the ophthalmology OPD.
- Record and monitor basic patient information and vital signs as required.
- Assist patients in understanding the OPD consultation and examination process.
- Ensure proper patient identification and maintain patient safety throughout the OPD visit.
- Support smooth patient movement between registration, diagnostic areas, consultation rooms, pharmacy and other departments.
- Provide appropriate nursing assistance to elderly, pediatric and physically challenged patients.
2. Ophthalmic Clinical Assistance
- Assist ophthalmologists during patient examination and consultation.
- Prepare patients for ophthalmic examinations and procedures.
- Assist with procedures such as eye dressing, eye irrigation and other ophthalmic nursing procedures as instructed.
- Prepare and maintain ophthalmic instruments, equipment and consumables required for OPD procedures.
- Assist doctors during minor ophthalmic procedures and follow the prescribed clinical protocols.
- Ensure appropriate preparation and handling of eye drops, medications and other clinical materials as per hospital protocol.
3. Pre- & Post-Procedure Care
- Explain basic pre-procedure and post-procedure instructions to patients as directed by the doctor.
- Monitor patients after minor procedures and immediately report any abnormal signs or complaints.
- Assist in preparing patients for investigations, procedures and surgeries when required.
- Ensure that patients understand medication and follow-up instructions provided by the medical team.
4. Infection Control & Safety
- Strictly follow hospital infection-control policies and standard precautions.
- Maintain proper hand hygiene and use PPE appropriately.
- Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of instruments as applicable.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the OPD procedure areas.
- Follow biomedical waste segregation and disposal procedures.
- Report any infection-control or patient-safety concerns to the Nursing In-Charge.
5. Medication & Documentation
- Administer medications and eye drops only as prescribed and according to hospital protocols.
- Verify the right patient, medication, dosage, route and timing before administration.
- Maintain accurate nursing records and procedure documentation.
- Ensure timely updating of patient records in the hospital/EMR system.
- Maintain records of consumables, medications and clinical materials as required.
6. Emergency Management
- Identify and promptly report emergency conditions or sudden changes in a patient's condition.
- Provide immediate basic nursing assistance during medical emergencies.
- Assist the medical team during emergency management and follow hospital emergency protocols.
- Ensure emergency equipment and essential supplies are available and ready for use.
7. Patient Counselling & Communication
- Communicate politely and professionally with patients and attendants.
- Provide basic guidance regarding investigations, procedures and follow-up as instructed by the clinical team.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy at all times.
- Address patient concerns appropriately and escalate unresolved issues to the concerned senior staff.
8. Inventory & Equipment Management
- Check availability of essential OPD nursing supplies and consumables.
- Maintain proper stock levels and inform the Nursing In-Charge about shortages.
- Handle ophthalmic equipment and instruments carefully.
- Report malfunctioning or damaged equipment immediately.
- Ensure proper storage of medications, consumables and clinical supplies.
9. Coordination & Teamwork
- Coordinate effectively with ophthalmologists, optometrists, technicians, front-office staff, pharmacy and other departments.
- Support the Nursing In-Charge in maintaining smooth OPD operations.
- Participate in departmental meetings, training programmes and clinical audits when required.
- Follow all hospital policies, SOPs and instructions issued by the management.
Qualifications
- GNM / B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution.
- Valid nursing registration with the applicable State Nursing Council.
- Previous experience in ophthalmic/eye hospital nursing is preferred.
- Freshers with relevant nursing qualifications may also be considered based on organizational requirements.
Required Skills
- Good knowledge of basic nursing procedures.
- Basic understanding of ophthalmic nursing practices.
- Good patient-care and communication skills.
- Ability to assist ophthalmologists during OPD examinations and procedures.
- Knowledge of infection-control and biomedical waste-management practices.
- Basic computer/EMR knowledge.
- Ability to work effectively in a busy OPD environment.
- Good teamwork, discipline and time-management skills.
- Compassionate and patient-friendly approach.
Key Competencies
- Patient-Centric Care
- Clinical Knowledge
- Ophthalmic Nursing Assistance
- Infection Control
- Patient Safety
- Communication Skills
- Teamwork
- Documentation
- Time Management
- Professional Conduct
Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Quality and timely delivery of patient care.
- Compliance with nursing and ophthalmic clinical SOPs.
- Proper documentation and maintenance of patient records.
- Infection-control and patient-safety compliance.
- Efficient coordination of OPD patient flow.
- Proper handling and availability of clinical equipment and consumables.
- Patient satisfaction and professional behaviour.
- Compliance with hospital policies and departmental standards.
Working Conditions
- Work will primarily involve the Ophthalmology OPD and associated clinical areas.
- The role may require standing and assisting patients for extended periods.
- Willingness to work in rotational shifts, weekends and holidays as per hospital requirements.
- The employee must maintain professional appearance, punctuality, discipline and patient confidentiality.
Note
The above responsibilities are indicative and may be modified or expanded based on the operational and clinical requirements of Vasan Eye Care Hospital, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher
Pay: ₹14,000.00 - ₹21,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Front desk - Receptionist: 1 year (Preferred)
- total work: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Tamil (Preferred)
- English (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
