Staff Nurse – Catheterization Lab

Company Description

NMC Healthcare, the largest private healthcare provider in the UAE, operates over 200 facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies. The NMC Specialty Hospital in Dubai is renowned for its commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care. The Catheterization Lab (Cath Lab) supports advanced cardiovascular and interventional procedures, fostering a collaborative environment with cutting-edge technology and a focus on quality and safety.

Position Summary

The Staff Nurse – Catheterization Lab at NMC Specialty Hospital in Dubai provides direct and indirect age-specific care for patients undergoing procedures in the Cath Lab. This role involves nursing assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation, ensuring safe patient care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The position adheres to UAE regulations and Joint Commission International (JCI) standards, including International Patient Safety Goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide age-specific, patient-centered care using the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Perform problem-focused and age-specific patient assessments, including continual critical care assessments of physical and psychological needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and revise care plans, involving patients and significant others as appropriate.
• Coordinate and prioritize critical care/clinical pathways based on individual patient needs, initiating appropriate transfer plans when necessary.
• Recognize subtle cues to anticipate potential problems and escalate using the Early Warning System and American Heart Association emergency algorithms.
• Document all relevant data in medical records according to hospital and departmental standards.
• Ensure availability and maintenance of supplies and equipment needed for the Cath Lab and patient care.
• Safely handle and administer Narcotic/Controlled and Semi-Controlled Drugs, following policies and procedures.
• Operate specialized equipment, including Arthroscopy Tower System, Stotz Laparoscopic Tower, and Defibrillator for cardioversion, defibrillation, and transcutaneous pacing.
• Perform unit-specific tasks, such as preparing and monitoring chest tube drainage systems, ensuring electrosurgery and laser safety, maintaining a sterile field, and managing specimens.
• Implement protocols for infection prevention, including hand hygiene, skin antisepsis, surgical attire guidelines, and surgical smoke safety.
• Provide care for pediatric patients, including assisting in bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, lumbar puncture, tracheostomy care, and managing infiltration/extravasation.
• Ensure safety measures, such as preventing hypothermia, latex allergies, malignant hyperthermia, and retained instruments, sharps, or sponges.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities, including data collection, incident reporting, and audits.
• Complete mandatory education (e.g., fire, safety, infection control) and maintain unit competencies, including pain management and emergency device utilization.
• Participate in staff meetings, unit committees/projects, and ongoing educational activities to maintain clinical and professional competency.
• Act as a preceptor when applicable, providing competency-based orientation and objective documentation per hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (minimum 3 years full-time course duration) or Degree in Nursing (minimum 2 years course duration) with registration as a Registered Nurse from Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, New Zealand, or Australia.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent post-graduate experience in Operating Room or Catheterization Lab nursing.
• Valid license/registration to practice in home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable).
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or equivalent, per scope of practice.
• Knowledge and ability to provide care based on age, appropriateness, and developmental needs of patients.
• Skills in assessing physical and psychological needs of patients and families, and coordinating and prioritizing care.
• For UAE nationals: Exempt from experience and clinical training requirements (must submit birth certificate and mother’s family book).
• For non-UAE national graduates from UAE universities: Must complete 6 months of clinical training post-graduation in an APS health facility (except for Registered and Assistant Nurse titles).

Job Details

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary, finalized during interviews based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with access to advanced medical technology.
• Opportunities for career advancement within NMC Healthcare’s network.

Additional Information

NMC Healthcare is committed to delivering high-quality medical services and fostering a collaborative, patient-focused environment. Applications must be submitted through the NMC Healthcare careers portal, and candidates should monitor their email for recruitment-related communication. A background check may be required. Beware of fraudsters; genuine employers will not request payment for applications or interviews.