Nurse - Cathlab

The Cath Lab Staff Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. This includes pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care, patient education, monitoring, and emergency response in collaboration with the interventional cardiology team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Care:

• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
• Monitor patients vital signs, ECGs, and procedural outcomes during catheterization.
• Administer medications, including sedation, analgesics, and emergency drugs as needed.
• Provide post-procedure care, including observation for complications, site care, and patient education.

2. Procedure Assistance:

• Assist the cardiologist during procedures such as coronary angiograms, angioplasties, stent placements, electrophysiology studies, and pacemaker insertions.
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment used during catheterization (e.g., hemodynamic monitors, defibrillators).
• Ensure aseptic technique and patient safety throughout the procedure.

3. Emergency Response:

• Recognize and respond quickly to emergencies (e.g., arrhythmias, cardiac arrest, contrast reactions).
• Initiate Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) protocols as required.

4. Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records of procedures, nursing assessments, medications administered, and patient responses.
• Document all interventions in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements.

5. Coordination & Communication:

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide clear instructions and education to patients and families regarding procedures, medications, and post-discharge care.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Diploma in Nursing (RN) with Karnataka Nursing Councial Registration.

• Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

• Experience: 1-3 years of relevant experience as Cath Lab Nurse

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Technical proficiency with cath lab equipment and monitoring systems
• Teamwork-oriented, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning

Working Conditions:

• Requires wearing lead aprons and standing for extended periods
• On-call duties may be required, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Note*

- The requirement is for a female Cathlab Nurse.

- Hostel Facility would be provided for Female Candidates.

- Aspirants are requested to E-mail resume in MS word format only along with photograph and with details on current fixed salary + incentives if any and expected salary.

- Please super scribe as "Application for the post of Cathlab - Nurse at Manipal Hospital - Mysore" in Subject column when writing / sending / forwarding E-mail.

Note* You can also send / text message through WhatsApp to if we do not respond to your call or email.