General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

A GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) nurse provides basic patient care, administers medications, monitors vital signs, and assists with activities of daily living under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors. They also educate patients and families on health conditions and self-care, maintain medical records, and collaborate with the healthcare team. GNM nurses play a vital role in promoting health, preventing illness, and improving the quality of life for individuals and communities.

Specific tasks and responsibilities of a GNM nurse may include:

1. Patient Care: Providing direct patient care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and assisting with mobility.
2. Medication Administration: Administering medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.
3. Vital Sign Monitoring: Monitoring and recording vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
4. Infection Control: Implementing and maintaining infection control practices to prevent the spread of infections.
5. Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate and updated patient records.
6. Communication: Communicating effectively with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team.
7. Collaboration: Working collaboratively with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
8. Patient Education: Educating patients and their families about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care.
9. Assisting with Procedures: Assisting with various medical procedures as instructed.
10. Emergency Response: Responding to emergency situations and providing basic life support.
11. Maintaining a Safe Environment: Ensuring a safe and clean environment for patients.
12. Professional Development: Participating in ongoing education and training to enhance skills and knowledge.
13. Community Health: Participating in community health programs and promoting health awareness.
14. Midwifery: Providing care to pregnant women, assisting with childbirth, and providing postpartum care.