About this role
Job summary
Looking for an opportunity to further your knowledge and skills in Cardiology within a supportive multidisciplinary team environment? We are looking for an enthusiastic Nursing Associate or Assistant Practitioner to join the department.
Our innovative Cardiology department's Cardiac Cath labs comprise of 5 cath labs, a recovery area and an Elective Unit. Procedures completed in the cath lab include coronary diagnostic procedures, interventional angioplasty, Electrophysiology Studies and Pacemaker insertion. In addition we run a 24 hour heart attack service which is provided out of hours on an on call basis. Our service currently entails 2.5 GA lists a week supporting complex pacing and electrophysiology procedures. We also have a fortnightly cardioversion list. This is set to increase in the future.
A role in the cath lab includes caring for patient's pre and post recovery in the elective unit and acting as scrub practitioner during sterile cases.
Supernumerary time and support would be given to develop competencies in all areas.
If you want a new challenge in a supportive area with lots of opportunity, this is the job for you.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will be able to develop your skills in
o Working in recovery admitting and recovering allocated patientso Scrubbing to assist in our range of interventional and diagnostic procedures.o Supporting Registered nurses caring for patients during non GA procedures with conscious sedation and pain relief as required and accurately documenting this.o Handing over patients to the recovery team post procedureShifts include a 9.5 hour day, 12 hour day and Twilight/night shift.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description Job responsibilities
To accurately and responsibly carry out instructions of the registered members of the multi-disciplinary nursing team who are professionally accountable for the delivery of care. To report to qualified staff any patient that gives cause for concern and any observed changes in a patients clinical condition. To report all care that has been given to patients within the multi-disciplinary team and document accurately whilst maintaining confidentiality To be aware of and adhere to all trust policies/procedures/guidelines when undertaking any activities. To make patients welcome to the clinical area and undertake observations and post procedural care under the minimal supervision of the registered practitioner. Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal care. Understand and attend to the biopsychosocial needs of the patient, relatives, and carers. Undertake monitoring of observations ensuring documentation is accurate, legible. Adhere to Trust infection control procedure demonstrating an understanding of cross infection. Support and continue care initiated by transferring wards.
Please see the attached job description for full details.
Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 2237 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer) as this post is for part time hours (18.75 per week). The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Associate Nurse - on NMC register OR Assistant Practitioner- Foundation degree in Health Studies (Science)/BTEC in Health Studies and competency based learning programme
Experience Essential
Significant experience in an acute healthcare environment
Skills Essential
Ability to work well in a team Ability to organise and prioritise workload
Attitude, aptitude Essential
Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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 Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Employer's website https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)