About this role
Job summary
Please note that previous applicants do not need to apply to this vacancy.
We are looking for a registered nurse to cover maternity leave with experience of working in cardiology nursing who has a good understanding of cardiac procedures. Experience of working in a cardiac day unit / cath lab would be advantageous. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously or as part of the wider cardiac team supporting the safe delivery of day case cardiac procedures. The role involves pre assessment, procedural and post procedural care of patients attending for permanent pacemaker insertion, angiograms, trans oesophageal echos, loop implant and explants and dobutamine stress echos. This is a supported role where training and ongoing development will be provided. The successful candidate will receive guidance from experienced team members and mentors and given professional development opportunities. The opening hours of the lab are Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00.
Main duties of the job
The role involves pre assessment, procedural and post procedural care of patients attending for permanent pacemaker insertion, angiograms, trans oesophageal echos, loop implant and explants and dobutamine stress echos. This is a supported role where training and ongoing development will be provided. The successful candidate will receive guidance from experienced team members and mentors and given professional development opportunities. The opening hours of the lab are Monday to Friday 08:00-18:00.
About us
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
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From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have been employed for a minimum of two years of as a HCA Band 3 within the NHS for the Trust to consider sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description Job responsibilities
To provide pre and post procedure care and to assist medical staff with Cardiology diagnostic day case procedures including, TOE, Dobutamine Stress Test, Loop recorder insertion, Pacemaker insertion and Angiography.
To demonstrate a high standard of practice in assessing, implementing and evaluating patient care.
To be involved in Service development in collaboration with the Department Manager / Charge Nurse.
To promote and engage in a nurse-led environment ensuring that care is delivered as per trust policies and procedures and in accordance with evidence-based practice in line with agreed national standards for clinical practice.
To participate in teaching, education and training.
Be aware of budget and resource management within the unit.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge Essential
Excellent communication skills. Awareness of Health and Safety / Clinical Governance issues. Experience of using EPR on a regular basis. Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
Experience in an interventional setting eg. Cardiac Cath. Lab, X-Ray, Theatres / anaesthetics. Experience in Cardiology. Clinical Skills IV cannulation, venepuncture, ECG.
Experience Essential
Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
Post registration experience desirable, but training will be given. Experience of clinical audit.
Qualifications Essential
RGN Diploma/Degree Excellent standards of nursing care
Desirable
Teaching/ mentoring qualification Relevant post qualification experience
Statutory Registration Essential
UK RGN NMC registration. DBS clearance.
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).
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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 County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)