About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Heart Failure Specialist nurse to join our existing team who provide specialist nursing service across Mid Nottinghamshire
Care closer to home is becoming integral to the future of the NHS and the Community Health Services Division of Notts HC are at the forefront of this exciting journey. Working with our system partners in creating collaborative ways to improve physical health care services, activities and interventions in local communities, which meet the needs of our patients in the places they call home.
Main duties of the job
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Are you an RGN passionate about providing care for patients with chronic heart failure?Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a supportive, forward thinking team?Are you looking for the opportunity to contribute to the future service development of a specialist Community Cardio Respiratory Team?
If so we'd love to hear from you!
An opportunity has risen for part time 3 days per week Heart Failure Specialist Nurse to join our Community Cardio Respiratory Team in Mid Notts, supporting patients with a diagnosis of Heart Failure. Ensuring patients' heart failure medication is titrated and optimised by safely prescribing the four pillars of heart failure treatment.
You will be expected to support caseload management of patients with Heart Failure, proving care plans as appropriate, working closely with members of the Cardio Respiratory Team and the wider MDT- including our acute colleagues, GPs and other health professionals in order to maximise patients quality of life and encouraging self management. This care takes place in community clinic settings and patients own homes /usual place of residence.
The service is a 5 day service operating from 8.00-5.00pm, due to the nature of this role, it is essential that you are a UK car driver / driver licence holder and able to travel independently across the county and have use and access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire,Leicestershire,Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description Job responsibilities
Are you a registered Nurse Passionate about providing care for patients with chronic Heart Failure?
Are you a V300 Non Medical Prescriber?
Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a very supportive, dynamic and forward thinking team?Are you looking for the opportunity to contribute to the future service development of a specialist Community Cardio Respiratory Team?
If so we'd love to hear from you!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for part time (3 days per week) Heart Failure Specialist Nurse to join our excellent Community Cardio Respiratory Team in Mid Notts, helping to support caseload management of patients with a diagnosis of Heart Failure.
This role is will cover caseload in Mansfield and Newark within the Mid Notts District. Providing Care and treatment for patients who have been diagnosed with heart failure with a reduced ejection fraction.
You will be expected to support caseload management of patients with Heart Failure, proving care plans as appropriate, working closely with members of the Cardio Respiratory Team and the wider MDT- including our acute colleagues, GPs and other health professionals in order to maximise patients quality of life and encouraging self management. This care takes place within community clinic settings and patients own homes /usual place of residence.
We are looking for a passionate, dynamic and flexible individual who are able to adapt to the changing demands and workload.
The service is a 5 day service operating from 8.00-5.00pm, due to the nature of this role, it is essential that you are able to travel independently across the county and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Person Specification
Qualification and experience Essential
V300 Non Medical Prescriber Registered Nurse (General) with NMC pin
Desirable
BSc hons health related degree A recognised Heart Failure qualification at minimum of diploma level. Evidence of continued professional development
Values and Behaviours Essential
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Physical Requirements Essential
Able to carry out clinical activities as identified in the job description
Training Essential
Evidence of ongoing continued professional development. Significant experience and extensive knowledge in management of complex Heart Failure patients. Understanding of current national / local initiatives and guidelines, including long term conditions, NICE, NSF Management of Heart Failure patients working in collaboration / partnership across primary care. Understanding of current national / local understanding of current research and evidence initiatives and guidelines including evidence based practice, long term conditions, NICE, NSF Competent in holistic assessment including physical examination, diagnosis and treatment planning. Evidence of teaching in clinical practice. Developing / implementing / evaluation Heart Failure services to promoted high quality health outcomes case Management skills.
Desirable
Working in collaboration / partnership, with secondary care, social care, and the voluntary sector. Understanding of current research and evidence based practice. Competent in holistic assessment including physical examination, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Evidence of teaching in clinical practice Developing / implementing / evaluating respiratory services to promote high quality health outcomes. Supervision of more junior team members
Knowledge Essential
Risk Management awareness Specialist knowledge of Heart Failure management
Skills Essential
Teaching and assessing experience Ability to undertake research and audit Ability to organise and prioritise effectively Good time management Ability to work unsupervised Basic IT skills Evidence of development of clinical skills Able to network effectively Good communication skills, written, verbal and presentation
Desirable
Leadership skills Excellent IT skills Participation in audit and research Understanding of primary care information
Contractual Requirements Essential
Able to travel between locations. A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Flexible to meet the service needs
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Oak Tree Lane health Centre, Mansfield and Newark Health Centre
Jubilee Way South, Portland Street
Mansfield, Newark NG24 4XG
NG18 3SF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)