Job Purpose

• To provide advanced nursing care in the Catheterization Laboratory (Cath-lab) by assisting in procedures, monitoring patients, and ensuring safe and efficient operations during cardiac interventions.

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Nurse In-Charge, Cath-Lab Unit, the position holder will be responsible for the following:

• Providing nursing care and support to patients during cardiac catheterization and related procedures.
• Administering prescribed medications and monitoring patients’ responses throughout procedures.
• Receiving, registering, recording and documenting patients’ information at the Cath-lab.
• Transferring referred patients from the Cath-lab unit for further diagnosis or specialized treatment in other units of the hospital
• Observing and documenting patients’ progress accurately and reporting changes to medical officers and specialists.
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to manage patients with complex cardiac conditions.
• Maintaining strict infection prevention and control measures within the Cath-lab environment.
• Ensuring proper preparation and safe handling of equipment and supplies for procedures.
• Participating in continuous professional development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Liaising with other healthcare staff in handling patients with multiple or complex medical conditions.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Key Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing (KRCHN)/Kenya Registered Nursing (KRN) from a recognized institution.
• Higher Diploma in Critical Care Nursing, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Training certificate in Catheterization Laboratory Nursing.
• Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) will be an added advantage.
• Registration by the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Valid practicing license as a Critical Care Nurse from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.