Staff Nurse Cath Lab

Pre-procedure responsibilities

• Patient assessment: Perform a baseline assessment, including vital signs, and check for allergies to contrast dye.
• Preparation: Prepare the patient, ensure consent is obtained, and set up the Cath lab room with necessary equipment and medications.
• Patient education: Educate the patient and family about the procedure, potential risks, and post-procedure care.

Intra-procedure responsibilities

• Assistance: Assist cardiologists during procedures, such as angiograms and angioplasties.
• Monitoring: Continuously monitor the patient's vital signs, ECG, and overall condition during the procedure.
• Technical support: Operate imaging equipment like fluoroscopy and ECG monitors.
• Maintaining a sterile field: Ensure and maintain a sterile environment throughout the procedure.
• Instrument handling: Assist with instruments, supplies, and the administration of contrast media.

Post-procedure responsibilities

• Immediate care: Provide immediate post-procedure care, including monitoring vital signs, managing access sites, and assessing the patient's recovery.
• Documentation: Accurately document all aspects of the procedure and patient's condition in the medical record.
• Emergency management: Be prepared to handle emergencies, such as a cardiac arrest, efficiently and according to protocol.

General responsibilities

• Equipment maintenance: Ensure all equipment is clean, sterile, and calibrated regularly.
• Infection control: Adhere strictly to infection control and safety protocols.
• Team collaboration: Coordinate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and evaluate care plans.
• Inventory management: Keep track of supplies and ensure the availability of necessary items.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹18,744.02 - ₹30,599.14 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Experience:

• cath lab nurse: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person