Job ID: 296440

Nurse || Chota Sion Hospital

SNEHA (Society for Nutrition, Education and Health Action)

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Apply by: 15 Jul 2026

Relevant Sectors

Health, Doctors, Nurses, HIV/AIDS, Nutrition

Social, Gender, Education, Youth, Child

ABOUT SNEHA

SNEHA (Society for Nutrition, Education and Health Action) is a Mumbai-based non-profit organization
dedicated to improving the health, nutrition, and safety of women and children living in vulnerable
urban informal settlements. Our mission is to empower urban women and children through integrated
health and nutrition programs, education, and advocacy.
We work through a dual approach—engaging both care seekers and care providers. At the community
level, we empower women and families to become agents of change, while simultaneously
collaborating with public health and safety systems to drive sustainable improvements in urban health
outcomes.
SNEHA’s key programs include:
Maternal and Child Health
Empowerment, Health and Sexuality of Adolescent
Prevention of Violence against Women and Children
Public System Partnership
Palliative Care
Between 2016 and 2025, SNEHA directly reached over 620,555 women, children, and healthcare
workers, and indirectly impacted a population of over 3.63 million across seven municipal corporations
and three municipal councils in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).
Today, SNEHA is a 500+ member organization with deep grassroots presence and a strong track record
of reducing maternal and neonatal mortality, child malnutrition, adolescent anemia, and gender-based
violence—key determinants of health equity for families and communities.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
'Romila Palliative Care- - supports patients with life-limiting illnesses, primarily those with cancer.
'Romila’ means 'heartfelt’ and symbolizes the loving, compassionate and competent care that this
Project hopes to provide patients to enable them to live a life of dignity and hope through their illness.
It will also support their family and care-givers to help them look after the patient better, with greater
assurance and confidence.

“WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME” (WIIFM) - AT SNEHA

At SNEHA, our fundamental belief is that prioritizing people is key, demonstrating our strong
dedication to nurturing a supportive and growth-driven atmosphere. We uphold an open-door policy
that champions transparency and open dialogue. We actively invite employees to voice their ideas,
feedback, and concerns, fostering a culture where innovation and teamwork can flourish.
If you value excellence and are passionate about nurturing individuals, SNEHA is the perfect place for you!!

For detailed Information visit our website: www.snehamumbai.org

PROFILE SNAPSHOT
Designation: Nurse
Role: Provide nursing support to patients approaching Palliative Care OPD in the
Chota Sion Hospital
Educational Requirement: GNM/ BSc Nursing.
Experience: Experience in Nursing in reputed hospital for at least three years, patient
support skills requisite for palliative care and data management
Location: Chota Sion Hospital
Reports to: Doctor, Program Coordinator
Apply: Applications are to be sent via email to belinda.menezes@snehamumbai.org with the
Subject line: “Nurse- Chota Sion Hospital”

COMPREHENSIVE OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
The nurse plays a key role in the palliative care team as the program is very much nurse driven. She is
the first point of contact. The nurse provides support through nursing care using updated current
practices and will train family members in home-based care. They will be a crucial component of the
palliative care team and will provide their services not just at the OPD but also home visits close to the
hospital. They are also responsible for electronic documentation of patient records. A major component
of their work focuses on the providing emotional care and support to patients and their families. It also
includes conducting training for nurse and nurse aides on palliative care

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide nursing support to patients approaching hospital Palliative Care OPD
Attend the patients in the palliative care OPDs
Nursing support including dressing, wound management
Conduct home visits along with the team
Training of caregivers and enhancing their skills and confidence in looking after the patient for
e.g. Feeding, wound care, back-care, catheter care, tracheostomy, colostomy care etc..
Support in trainings and research activities of the center
Attend palliative care OPDs in other hospitals whenever required

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Patience and empathy
Effective Communication, personal and interpersonal skills
Team working skills.
Sound values and work ethics
Computer Savvy

DESIRABLE
Nursing skills and additional skills in colostomy care are desirable

“Come and be a catalyst for innovation and positive change—apply today to shape the future with us!”

Job Email ID:

belinda.menezes(at)snehamumbai.org