cathlab scrub nurse

Skills:
cathlab, Scrub Nursing, Angioplasty, Angiography, nursing, staff nurse,

Company Overview

Spandana Hospital is a leading heart and superspeciality hospital in Bangalore, dedicated to delivering world-class, affordable healthcare services. Our team is comprised of highly qualified professionals committed to exceptional patient-centered care and critical services. Learn more at our website.

Job Overview

The Cathlab Scrub Nurse position at Spandana Hospital is designed for junior-level professionals with 1 to 3 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time role based in Bangalore, supporting cardiology and critical care teams within the cath lab setting.

Qualifications And Skills

• Electrocardiogram Interpretation (Mandatory skill): Ability to accurately interpret ECG readings for supporting cardiac procedures in critical settings.
• Postoperative Care (Mandatory skill): Experienced in monitoring and supporting patients through recovery and immediate post-op phases.
• Angiography Assistance (Mandatory skill): Skilled in assisting during angiography, maintaining procedural safety and efficiency.
• Preoperative Preparation: Proficient in preparing patients physically and psychologically for cathlab procedures, ensuring readiness and comfort.
• Sterile Field Maintenance: Proven expertise in establishing and maintaining a sterile field to minimize infection risk during interventions.
• Catheterization: Competent in assisting with cardiac catheter insertion and management, following established protocols.
• Aseptic Technique: Comprehensive knowledge of aseptic protocols to ensure contamination-free environments during invasive procedures.
• Effective Communication: Strong ability to communicate with the healthcare team, patients, and families to ensure clarity and care continuity.
  
  

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist interventional cardiologists during cathlab procedures by handling instruments, supplies, and equipment efficiently.
• Maintain strict aseptic techniques, ensuring all procedural areas and devices remain contamination-free throughout interventions.
• Interpret electrocardiograms and provide real-time support for patient status monitoring and quick response actions.
• Prepare patients for procedures, including verifying consent, prepping the surgical site, and addressing patient concerns.
• Support postoperative care, monitoring patients for complications and assisting with timely recovery steps as needed.
• Ensure all required materials and medications are prepared and available for scheduled cathlab procedures.
• Document nursing actions, patient status, and procedures according to hospital standards and confidentiality requirements.
• Collaborate professionally with other members of the healthcare team to deliver optimal patient-focused care in all cathlab activities.