About this role
Job summary
Permanent part-time
30 hours per week
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic cardiac nurse to join our team with a focus on secondary prevention in cardiovascular care. The ideal candidate will be able to organise and prioritise their own workload, deliver excellent patient care, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be computer literate.
Main duties of the job
Triage referrals from various establishments, wards, CAU/SDEC, tertiary centres and GP's
Demonstrate excellent communication skills when dealing with patients,relativesand staff
Deliver patient education during inpatient stay, involve relatives/carers if appropriate
Participate in outpatient clinics, assessing thepatientsclinical condition andidentifyingindividual risk factors. Provide education and guidancein accordance withthe patients' needs
Be responsible fora caseload of patients, including implementing andmonitoringthe patient's management plan
Maintain clinical competency asrequiredto meet the needs of patient caseload
Be competent to analyse the findings of investigations and diagnostic testing and act in the best interest of the patient, for example - echocardiograms, ECG's, blood tests etc
Work closely with consultant cardiologists discussing individual cases and taking advice when necessary
Adhere tothe Nursing and Midwifery Council's Code of Conduct as well as conforming to Trust Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
Refer to different specialities as needed
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualification & Education Essential
Registered Adult Nurse Mentorship qualification Post registration qualification in Cardiac Care or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development
Communication Skills Essential
Able to present information to both patients and professional groups Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues across health and social care settings Ability to cope with distressing and/or emotional situations Demonstrates respect and dignity towards patients and staff Demonstrates effective and appropriate communication skills (verbal, non-verbal & written)
Knowledge & training Essential
Knowledge of invasive cardiac procedures In-depth knowledge of caring for patients with a variety of cardiac conditions Able to demonstrate an expert level of expertise within cardiac care; focusing on cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention Able to motivate and educate patients and other health professionals
Desirable
British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention & Rehabilitation (BACPR) Standards and Core Components
Experience Essential
Minimum 2 years cardiac nursing Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
Analytical and judgement skills Essential
Commitment to evidence based practice, specifically within cardiac care
Plannning skills Essential
Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for coronary heart disease patients without supervision Ability to maintain accurate records, data, and information and to produce reports as required
Management Skills Essential
Act as a role model to other health care professionals, especially in a managers absence Use critical thinking to manage complex issues and drive improvement Excellent interpersonal, motivational, and conflict resolution skills
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 The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)