Department: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Jammu Positions: Nursing Staff & Medical Officers

We’re looking for experienced ICU Support Staff to join our critical care team at SDDM Hospital Jammu. This role is open to both Nursing professionals (BSc Nursing / GNM) and Medical Officers (MBBS) who have worked in ICU settings. You’ll be part of a team that provides round-the-clock care across our General ICU, Neonatal ICU (NICU), High Dependency Unit (HDU), and Trauma Care Unit — helping patients through some of the most critical moments of their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide continuous bedside care — monitoring vitals, ventilator settings, and overall patient condition across all ICU areas
• Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and other treatments accurately and on time
• Assist doctors with critical procedures like central line insertion, intubation, lumbar puncture, and chest tube placement
• Operate and troubleshoot ICU equipment including monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, and defibrillators
• Carry out regular patient assessments — neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, and pain evaluations
• Manage airway care for ventilated patients including suctioning, ETT care, and tracheostomy management
• Keep ICU charts up to date with assessments, medications given, and any changes in patient condition
• Respond quickly to emergencies — cardiac arrests, respiratory failures, and other life-threatening situations
• Coordinate with pharmacy, lab, radiology, and blood bank for urgent patient needs
• Follow strict infection control practices to keep the ICU environment safe for patients and staff

Qualifications:

For Nursing Staff:

• Education: BSc Nursing or GNM Diploma from a recognized institution
• Registration: Valid registration with J&K Nursing Council or respective State Nursing Council
• Experience: 2–4 years working in an ICU, HDU, or critical care unit
• Certifications: BLS required; ACLS is a plus
• Skills: Comfortable with ventilators, patient monitors, infusion pumps, and emergency procedures
• Bonus: Post-basic diploma in Critical Care Nursing is an added advantage

For Medical Officers (MBBS):

• Education: MBBS from an MCI/NMC-recognized college
• Registration: Valid registration with J&K Medical Council or respective State Medical Council
• Experience: 2–4 years of clinical experience with meaningful ICU exposure, preferably in a multi-specialty hospital
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS required; FCCS or equivalent critical care training preferred
• Skills: Familiar with ICU protocols — sepsis management, ventilator settings, hemodynamic monitoring
• Procedures: Able to perform central lines, arterial lines, intubation, and basic bedside ultrasound

Common Requirements:

• Good communication in Hindi and English; Dogri is a plus
• Calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and genuinely committed to patient care
• Team player — comfortable working with consultants, intensivists, physiotherapists, and paramedical staff
• Physically fit to handle long shifts and respond to emergencies quickly

ICU Equipment & Technology:

• Multi-parameter monitors (ECG, BP, SpO2, EtCO2, temperature)
• Advanced ventilators with multiple modes (CMV, SIMV, PSV, CPAP, BiPAP) and high-flow nasal cannula
• Syringe pumps and volumetric infusion pumps for precise drug delivery
• Defibrillators, temporary pacemakers, and 12-lead ECG machines
• Neonatal equipment — warmers, neonatal ventilators, phototherapy units, incubators
• Portable X-ray, bedside ultrasound, ABG analyzers, and glucometers
• Fully stocked crash carts and difficult airway management kits

ICU Units & Patient Care:

You’ll work across all four ICU areas depending on roster and requirements:

• General ICU: Multi-organ failure, post-surgical care, sepsis, ARDS, and metabolic emergencies
• Neonatal ICU (NICU): Premature babies, respiratory distress, birth asphyxia, neonatal sepsis, and congenital conditions
• High Dependency Unit (HDU): Step-down care for recovering ICU patients, post-op monitoring, and cardiac observation cases
• Trauma Care Unit: Polytrauma, head injuries, chest and abdominal trauma, and emergency stabilization

Quality & Safety Standards:

• Strict infection prevention — following CLABSI and CAUTI prevention bundles
• Thorough ICU documentation — hourly vitals, intake-output, ventilator logs, and medication records
• Participation in mock code blue drills and emergency preparedness exercises
• 24/7 patient monitoring with clear escalation protocols when patients deteriorate
• Active involvement in ICU audits, mortality reviews, and quality improvement programs

Working Conditions:

• Environment: Modern, fully air-conditioned ICU with advanced equipment and restricted-access protocols
• Shifts: Rotational (morning, evening, night). Weekend and holiday duties on rotation. On-call during emergencies or staff shortages.
• Physical Demands: Long hours on your feet, patient handling, and quick response to alarms and emergencies
• Safety: Regular exposure to critically ill patients and infectious conditions. PPE use and occupational health guidelines are mandatory.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualification and experience
• Night shift and ICU duty allowances
• Medical insurance for you and your family
• Budget for professional certifications (ACLS, FCCS, workshops)
• Paid leave and sick leave as per hospital policy
• Performance bonuses tied to patient safety and quality metrics
• Accommodation help for outstation candidates
• Career growth opportunities as our critical care services expand

How to Apply:

Interested? Upload your resume and documents using the application form below. Please include your ICU experience, registration certificate, council registration number, and BLS/ACLS certificates.

Contact Information: HR Department: SDDM Hospital Email: info@sddmhospital.com Phone: +91-191-2464637/38 Address: Plot NH, Sector-2, Channi Himmat, Jammu, J&K 180015

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About the Hospital:

Shri Durga Dass Memorial (SDDM) Hospital and Research Centre is J&K’s first fully air-conditioned multi-specialty hospital, providing quality healthcare since 2014. Our critical care setup includes a General ICU, Neonatal ICU, HDU, and Trauma Care Unit — all equipped with modern monitoring and life-support systems across 20+ specialties.

We’re committed to compassionate, evidence-based care for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. With a research centre and medical school on campus, we offer a great environment for healthcare professionals to learn, grow, and make a real difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

SDDM Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, caste, religion, or background.