The Cath Lab Staff Nurse is responsible for providing protected, efficient, and high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. The role includes patient preparation, assistance during procedures, post-procedure monitoring, infection control, emergency response, and ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and NABH standards.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Procedure
- Assess patients before procedures and verify consent.
- Prepare patients for angiography, angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, and other cardiac interventions.
- Check patient identification, investigations, allergies, renal function, and coagulation profile.
- Establish IV access and administer prescribed medications.
- Prepare and maintain Cath Lab equipment and consumables.

During Procedure
- Assist cardiologists during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Maintain sterile technique and aseptic precautions.
- Monitor ECG, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and vital parameters continuously.
- Prepare and administer contrast media and medications as prescribed.




- Handle emergency situations such as cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, or anaphylaxis.
- Operate and assist with Cath Lab equipment as per protocol.

Post-Procedure
- Monitor patients in the recovery area.
- Assess puncture sites for bleeding or hematoma.
- Monitor vital signs and cardiac rhythm.
- Provide patient education regarding post-procedure care and discharge instructions.
- Document nursing care accurately.

Equipment & Inventory
- Ensure readiness and proper functioning of Cath Lab equipment.
- Maintain emergency crash cart, defibrillator, and emergency medications.
- Monitor stock of consumables and report shortages.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance and calibration.

Qualifications:
- GNM / BSC Nursing/ MSC Nursing/ PB Bsc Nursing
- Valid nursing license/registration.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (mandatory).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (preferre

📌 Cath Lab Staff Nurse (Nagpur)
🏢 Care Hospital
📍 Nagpur