Nurse - Mumbai
Akasa Air · Mumbai Metropolitan Region
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- On site
- Internship
- ₹350,000 / year
- Mumbai Metropolitan Region
Job highlights
- Conduct regulatory medical tests and provide clinical care.
- Ensure health and safety for airline personnel.
- Manage medical inventory and documentation.
- Attend to OPD patients and medical emergencies.
- Work in rotational shifts in Mumbai.
About the role
Nurse - Akasa Air
Job Summary
The Nurse in the Medical Department of an airline is responsible for conducting regulatory medical tests, performing administrative duties in compliance with Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) regulations, and providing clinical care. The role involves ensuring the health and safety of airline personnel and passengers.
Key Responsibilities
DGCA Mandated Duties:
- Conduct breath alcohol testing for cockpit crew, cabin crew, and ground personnel as per DGCA Civil Aviation Requirements.
- Assist in the process of random psychoactive substance testing for cockpit crew, cabin crew, and ground personnel, ensuring compliance with DGCA regulations.
Clinical Duties:
- Attend to OPD (Outpatient Department) patients, perform initial assessments, and follow the doctor's orders.
- Provide first aid and attend to medical emergencies involving employees and passengers.
- Handle MEDIF (Medical Information Form) passenger calls, gather medical information, and inform the doctor on duty.
- Assist in preparing First Aid Kits, Medical Kits, Universal Precaution Kits, and AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators).
Administrative Duties:
- Arrange for calibration and track the movement of alcohol testing instruments.
- Download video footage from CCTV cameras as required.
- Maintain medical records and DGCA-mandated documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Monitor and manage the medical inventory of the department.
- Perform daily administrative tasks in the medical department.
- Execute duties assigned by the Head of Medical Services (HOD).
Work Schedule
- Duty Hours: 8.5 hours per shift.
- Shifts: Morning, Afternoon, and Night shifts.
Qualifications And Skills
- Education: GNM Diploma or BSc Degree in Nursing (Registered Nurse).
- Registration: Valid and active registration with Nursing Council of India is mandatory.
- Experience: 1-2 years prior experience in clinical care or aviation medical services is preferred.
- Skills: Strong clinical assessment and first aid skills. Familiarity with DGCA regulations and medical documentation. Proficiency in handling medical equipment and inventory management. Excellent verbal & written communication and organizational skills.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle emergencies effectively.
- Willingness to work in rotational shifts, including night shifts.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to regulatory standards.
Location
Akasa Air Head Office - Mumbai
Key skills/competency
- Nursing
- Clinical Assessment
- First Aid
- DGCA Regulations
- Medical Documentation
- Inventory Management
- Emergency Response
- Patient Care
- Aviation Medicine
- Registered Nurse
Skills & topics
- Nurse
- Registered Nurse
- GNM
- BSc Nursing
- Clinical Care
- Aviation Medicine
- DGCA
- First Aid
- Medical Emergencies
- Mumbai
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your nursing qualifications, DGCA knowledge, and any aviation experience.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Emphasize your commitment to patient safety and regulatory compliance.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your clinical assessment skills and emergency handling experience.
- Showcase your adaptability: Demonstrate your willingness to work rotational shifts and in a fast-paced environment.
- Research Akasa Air: Understand their values and mission to align your application.
Technical preparation
Practice DGCA regulations for aviation health.,Review advanced first aid and emergency protocols.,Familiarize with medical inventory systems.,Study psychoactive substance testing procedures.
Behavioral questions
Describe a critical medical emergency you managed.,How do you handle strict regulatory compliance?,Explain your approach to patient confidentiality.,How do you manage workload in busy shifts?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the essential qualifications for the Nurse position at Akasa Air?
- To be considered for the Nurse role at Akasa Air, you must possess a GNM Diploma or BSc Degree in Nursing with a valid and active registration with the Nursing Council of India. Prior experience in clinical care or aviation medical services is preferred, and familiarity with DGCA regulations is highly beneficial.
- What specific duties does a Nurse perform for Akasa Air?
- As a Nurse at Akasa Air, your duties include conducting DGCA-mandated tests like breath alcohol testing, assisting with substance testing, attending to OPD patients, providing first aid during emergencies, managing medical kits and AEDs, handling MEDIF calls, and performing administrative tasks related to medical records and inventory.
- Is experience in aviation medical services required for this nursing role?
- While 1-2 years of prior experience in clinical care is preferred, specific experience in aviation medical services is not strictly required but would be advantageous for the Nurse position at Akasa Air. Your clinical skills and familiarity with DGCA regulations are key.
- What is the work schedule for the Nurse position at Akasa Air?
- The Nurse position at Akasa Air involves working 8.5-hour shifts. The schedule includes rotational shifts: Morning, Afternoon, and Night shifts. This requires a willingness to work flexible hours, including nights.
- What soft skills are important for an Akasa Air Nurse?
- Key soft skills for this role include strong clinical assessment and first aid abilities, excellent verbal and written communication, effective organizational skills, the ability to handle emergencies in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to regulatory standards.
- Where is the Akasa Air Nurse position located?
- The Nurse position is located at the Akasa Air Head Office in Mumbai, India.