Job Description

The CTVS Staff Nurse is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cardiothoracic and vascular surgeries including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care. Ensures patient safety, infection control, and timely documentation as per hospital standards.

Roles & ResponsibilitiesClinical Care

Provide pre-op & post-op nursing care to CTVS patients in ICU and ward. Monitor vitals, hemodynamics, chest drains, ABG analysis, and ventilator parameters. Manage central lines, arterial lines, pacing wires, IABP care (if applicable). Assist in early mobilization, physiotherapy coordination, and wound care. Administer medications including inotropes, anticoagulants & analgesics as per protocols. Ensure strict aseptic and infection control practices.

Intra-operative Assistance (if posted in OT)

Assist surgeons during cardiothoracic surgeries including CABG, valve replacements etc. Manage instruments, surgical supplies, and sponge/needle counts. Familiar with CPB (Heart-Lung Machine) team coordination.

Patient Safety & Communication

Recognize and respond to early signs of complications like arrhythmias, bleeding, hypotension, cardiac tamponade, etc. Provide patient & family education related to surgery, medications, and follow-up care. Maintain compassion, privacy, and dignity of patients at all times.

Qualification & Experience

GNM / B.Sc Nursing with valid registration Minimum 1-2 years' experience in ICU / CTVS OT preferred.

Work Conditions

Rotational duties including night shifts, Sundays & holidays as per schedule Emergency on-call duties may be required
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person