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Registered Nurse - Cath Lab - Tasmania

Job Details

Published
Location
Hobart, Tasmania
Role Type
Permanent
Salary
Negotiable
Theatre
Job Ref: VAC-26717_1778827610

Medacs Healthcare is partnering with a hospital based in Tasmania

We are seeking experienced and motivated Registered Nurses to join our high-performing Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (Cath Lab) team

This service provides advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiology care to adult patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Our Cath Lab operates 24/7, delivering critical services including emergency STEMI response and complex cardiac procedures using cutting-edge technology.

If you thrive in dynamic clinical environments and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career within a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

In this role, you will play a key part across all stages of patient care-pre, intra, and post procedure-supporting a wide range of cardiac interventions.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing comprehensive nursing care throughout the procedural journey
  • Performing roles such as scrub nurse, circulating nurse, and procedural sedation (within scope)
  • Assisting with procedures including coronary angiography, PCI, electrophysiology studies, device implantation, and structural heart interventions
  • Monitoring haemodynamic status and responding rapidly to patient deterioration
  • Maintaining high standards in infection control, sterile practice, and radiation safety
  • Supporting efficient case flow and optimal utilisation of Cath Lab resources
  • Participating in on-call services, including emergency cardiac responses (e.g. Code STEMI)
  • Contributing to education initiatives, quality improvement, and service development

About You

You are a highly capable and adaptable nurse with strong clinical judgement and a commitment to excellence in patient care.

Essential Experience

  • Minimum 5 years post graduate nursing experience
  • At least 3 years in Cath Lab
  • Demonstrated ability to manage acutely unwell patients and clinical deterioration
  • Proven experience working effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Highly Desirable Skills

  • ECG interpretation and advanced haemodynamic monitoring
  • Knowledge of interventional cardiology or structural heart procedures
  • Experience with procedural sedation
  • Understanding of radiation safety principles
  • Competency in cannulation and sterile technique
  • Current (or working towards) BLS and ALS certification
  • Strong communication, organisation, and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

What We Offer

  • Salary: $80,524 - $109,175 (pro rata) + 12% superannuation
  • Opportunities to progress to Grade 4 classification
  • Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% (where applicable)
  • Generous salary packaging benefits
  • Relocation support of up to $10,000 (for interstate / domestic applicants only)
  • Professional development & study leave

Details of Appointment

  • Multiple Permanent Part Time and Fixed Term Part Time (up to 12 months) roles
  • Working between 48-64 hours per fortnight (negotiable)
  • Includes participation in on-call roster
  • Commencing as soon as possible

Apply now