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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Newly Qualified Nurse - Cardiology

The closing date is 16 April 2026

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Job summary

Current student nurses who are due to complete their adult nursing degree in Summer 2026.

Start your career with us, as a Newly Qualified Nurse in Cardiology

Please apply if you are completing your adult nursing degree this summer and able to start work either as pre-PIN or as a RN (if you are receiving your NMC PIN after June 2026)

The Unplanned Healthcare Group at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) is gearing up to welcome the next cohort of student nurses who will be completing their adult nursing degree this summer.

We are proud to offer all newly qualified MSc and BSc students joining us a robust preceptorship programme supported by excellent, friendly and experienced Clinical Education teams. As one of the UKs largest teaching hospitals NNUH is well equipped to support our new nurses as they begin their exciting new career path.

Choosing your speciality!

Our Unplanned Healthcare Group is one of the largest at NNUH, comprising a wide variety of specialities. This is your chance to join our Cardiology Team.

Cardiology has a team of professionals excited to welcome you to their areas and support you into post as you find your way in your role!

Cardiology encompasses an 8 bedded coronary care unit which is the PPCI Centre for Norfolk, 37 bedded acute Cardiology Ward, Cardiac Elective area and Angiography suite. Our centre provides some of the latest cardiology interventions in our 5 Cath Labs and is involved in National and International research projects.

Main duties of the job

It is wide ranging from assessing, planning and implementing care for the acute cardiology patients within the hospital to overseeing care post MI, pre and post procedures, heart failure, arrhythmias, pre and post cardiac surgery and more. There is possibility of rotation to have the opportunity to work within all aspects of the department - CCU/Kilverstone Ward/Cardiac Cath Labs - to optimise your skills as a Cardiology nurse.

We offer extended learning such as Band 5 study days which the Trust holds but as a department, we also hold bespoke study/training days on top of your 12 month preceptorship with significant support for career development and pathways.

In Unplanned Healthcare Group our greatest asset is our people and the biggest investment we make as a healthcare group is in their education and development.We are committed for our staff to deepen their knowledge and stay abreast of latest scientific developments and technologies, supporting training and development time, regular supervision sessions, and making annual appraisals with career conversations valued.

The Unplanned Healthcare Group has many distinct services from Emergency Department, AMU, Older People's Medicine, Renal, Respiratory, and more.

All these departments offer huge scope for your professional development with possibility to rotate amongst specialties.

As a Newly Qualified Nurse you will become fully integrated into the team and will be encouraged to continually develop your skills.

About us

At NNUH, we are pleased to offer a variety of services such as on-site childcare and a number of cafes and shops to support local businesses and charities. Our staff members have the opportunity to become 'Freedom to Speak Up' guardians. We support flexible working in order to encourage a healthy work/life balance. We have a number of teams across the hospital to support staff, such as Workplace Health and Wellbeing. Other benefits include our NHS pension scheme and annual leave allowance.

Our Hospital site is based just outside of Norwich, and sits amongst beautiful countryside, with the River Yare and UEA Broad close by, perfect for pre and post shift walking or running. Norfolk is perfectly located, providing that equal share of city life, countryside and coastline.

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

For more information/to arrange a visit to the ward/department please contact our Recruitment team on 01603 287578 / recruitment@nnuh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

09 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

234-26-G2047-NQN-CARD

Job locations

Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital

Colney Lane

Norwich

NR4 7UY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description for full details

Your preceptorship and beyond!

Our Practice Development and Education team will be there to support you during your preceptorship period and beyond. We are proud to offer and support all our Newly Qualified Nurses through a comprehensive Preceptorship scheme for a minimum of 12 months.

When you start with us, you will be assigned an appropriately trained preceptor/mentor, who will support and work with you throughout your preceptorship.

We have a specialised two week supernumerary induction programme which will take place in September 2026 (date to be confirmed). This gives you an opportunity to meet the Clinical Educators, get to know the hospital, the NNUH team, attend workshops to facilitate your clinical skills and gives you time in your department. Further to this, there are opportunities to complete a transitional learning needs analysis, access to four bespoke sessions for your continuing professional development (CPD) as part of the Preceptorship Academy and you will have access to the clinical Skills programme with bespoke IV drug administration day for newly qualified nurses.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description for full details

Your preceptorship and beyond!

Our Practice Development and Education team will be there to support you during your preceptorship period and beyond. We are proud to offer and support all our Newly Qualified Nurses through a comprehensive Preceptorship scheme for a minimum of 12 months.

When you start with us, you will be assigned an appropriately trained preceptor/mentor, who will support and work with you throughout your preceptorship.

We have a specialised two week supernumerary induction programme which will take place in September 2026 (date to be confirmed). This gives you an opportunity to meet the Clinical Educators, get to know the hospital, the NNUH team, attend workshops to facilitate your clinical skills and gives you time in your department. Further to this, there are opportunities to complete a transitional learning needs analysis, access to four bespoke sessions for your continuing professional development (CPD) as part of the Preceptorship Academy and you will have access to the clinical Skills programme with bespoke IV drug administration day for newly qualified nurses.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Completion of Pre-Registration training to diploma or degree level (final award to be confirmed)

Experience

Essential

  • Recent experience of nursing in an acute hospital environment

Desirable

  • Knowledge / experience of relevant speciality

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication and inter-personal skills
  • Ability to maintain high standards of care
  • Time management skills

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

  • Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Completion of Pre-Registration training to diploma or degree level (final award to be confirmed)

Experience

Essential

  • Recent experience of nursing in an acute hospital environment

Desirable

  • Knowledge / experience of relevant speciality

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication and inter-personal skills
  • Ability to maintain high standards of care
  • Time management skills

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

  • Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence

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).

Additional information

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).

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)

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)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Advisor - Unplanned Healthcare Group

Andrew Sexstone

andrew.sexstone@nnuh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

09 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

234-26-G2047-NQN-CARD

Job locations

Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital

Colney Lane

Norwich

NR4 7UY


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