Cath Lab nurse

Cath Lab Nurse

Location: Limerick
Sector: Private Hospital
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Overview

A leading private hospital in Limerick is seeking an experienced and motivated Cath Lab Nurse to join its expanding cardiology team. The successful candidate will work within a highly specialised cardiac service, supporting interventional and diagnostic cardiology procedures while delivering exceptional patient-centred care in a modern acute hospital environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse with acute cardiac or critical care experience to progress their career within a progressive and supportive private healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterisation and interventional cardiology procedures.
• Assist cardiologists during diagnostic and interventional procedures including angiograms, angioplasty, stenting, pacemaker insertions, and electrophysiology procedures.
• Monitor patients pre-, intra-, and post-procedure, ensuring patient safety and comfort at all times.
• Recognise and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and cardiac emergencies.
• Administer medications and sedation in accordance with hospital policies and NMBI guidelines.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families before and after procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including cardiologists, radiographers, physiologists, and ward teams.
• Ensure a positive patient experience through compassionate and professional care.
• Adhere to infection prevention, radiation safety, HIQA, and hospital clinical governance standards.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing service development.
• Maintain competency in advanced cardiac life support and emergency procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• Registered General Nurse with active registration on the NMBI register.
• Minimum 2 years' acute hospital experience.
• Previous Cath Lab, Cardiology, CCU, ICU, or Theatre experience desirable.
• Strong clinical assessment and emergency response skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute environment.
• ACLS certification desirable.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and clinical excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Pension scheme.
• Continuous professional development support.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career progression opportunities within a leading private hospital group.