About This Role
This nursing role supports patients undergoing chemotherapy by operating the EVA Scalp Cooling System. The nurse assists patients before, during, and after scalp cooling sessions, explains the procedure, ensures comfort, and coordinates with hospital staff. It requires empathy, attention to detail, accurate documentation, and the ability to work in a hospital environment.
Responsibilities
- Explain the scalp cooling procedure to patients and caregivers in a clear and compassionate manner
- Address basic patient queries and provide emotional support throughout the procedure
- Help patients understand the procedure, expected duration, and care instructions
- Monitor patient comfort and promptly communicate concerns to the hospital's clinical team
- Assist with fitting and positioning the scalp cooling cap according to the prescribed protocol
- Operate and monitor the equipment as trained and authorized
- Follow prescribed pre-cooling, during-treatment cooling, and post-cooling timings
- Monitor patient comfort and report any discomfort or equipment-related issues
- Ensure the equipment and accessories are handled, cleaned, and maintained according to SOPs
- Coordinate with oncologists, nursing staff, chemotherapy day-care teams, and other hospital personnel
- Schedule and manage scalp cooling sessions in coordination with the hospital team
- Ensure the procedure follows hospital requirements and company protocols
- Escalate patient concerns, adverse symptoms, or technical issues to the appropriate personnel
- Maintain accurate patient records, treatment logs, and session details
- Update daily and weekly reports using Google Sheets or other prescribed systems
- Maintain patient consent forms and photographs where required and authorized
- Track equipment usage, session completion, and relevant patient feedback
- Follow clinical SOPs, infection-control practices, and hospital safety guidelines
- Maintain patient confidentiality and protect medical information
- Participate in training, audits, and periodic performance reviews
- Ensure that all activities remain within the candidate's nursing scope and the training provided
Requirements
- GNM Nursing or B.Sc Nursing candidates are preferred
- ANM candidates may also be considered, preferably with relevant hospital or clinical experience
- Other nursing qualifications may be considered subject to the hospital's requirements
- Valid registration with the relevant State Nursing Council is preferred and may be required by the hospital
- Candidates awaiting registration should disclose their current registration status
