Cath Lab Staff Nurse – Cardiac Care & Interventions

recruitNet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd is hiring a Staff Nurse - Cath Lab for a Dublin hospital client. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring delivery of safe, evidence-based nursing care during cardiac catheterisation and interventional procedures.

You will assess patients, assist cardiologists, monitor haemodynamics, document care, and participate in quality initiatives. RGN registration with NMBI and 1–2 years in acute hospital care (CCU/Cath Lab) preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered as an RGN with the NMBI or eligible for registration.
• 1–2 years post-registration acute hospital experience (cardiology/CCU preferred).
• BLS certification required; ACLS desirable.
• Strong clinical assessment and ECG interpretation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support the team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care before, during, and after cardiac catheterisation and interventional cardiology procedures.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic and interventional procedures, including assessment, patient education, consent verification, and pre-procedure care.
• Assist cardiologists and the multidisciplinary team during cardiac catheterisation, angioplasty, pacemaker insertion, and other invasive cardiac procedures.
• Continuously monitor patients' haemodynamic status, cardiac rhythm, and vital signs, promptly identifying and responding to clinical changes or emergencies.
• Accurately document patient assessments, procedures, medications, and nursing interventions in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, nurses, radiographers, and allied healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care and positive clinical outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, mandatory training, continuing professional development, and comply with hospital policies, health and safety regulations, and professional standards.

Skills

Cardiology care

ECG interpretation

Haemodynamic monitoring

Patient assessment

Infection control

Nursing documentation

Education

RGN/NMBI registration

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd is hiring a Staff Nurse - Cath Lab for a Dublin hospital client. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring delivery of safe, evidence-based nursing care during cardiac catheterisation and interventional procedures.

You will assess patients, assist cardiologists, monitor haemodynamics, document care, and participate in quality initiatives. RGN registration with NMBI and 1–2 years in acute hospital care (CCU/Cath Lab) preferred.