Ward Incharge Nurse (or Charge Nurse) manages daily ward operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, safety, and efficient staff allocation. Key responsibilities include assigning duties, supervising staff, managing inventory, maintaining documentation, handling emergency situations, and facilitating communication between doctors, patients, and families.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Clinical Leadership & Patient Care: Organizes nursing activities, conducts bed-to-bed rounds with staff, and provides direct care to critically ill patients when needed.
Staff Management & Supervision: Assigns staff based on patient needs (acuity), supervises nursing/student staff performance, and manages rosters.
Administrative Tasks: Manages ward inventory, including drugs