Job summary
We are seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse Nurse who is enthusiastic and hardworking and enjoys a challenge .
We are a busy, motivated and dynamic multidisciplinary Team.
The post holder will rotate between the Cardiac Catheter Labs and the Cardiac Cath Lab Day Ward Area .
They will play a key role to ensure high standards of nursing care within the Department.
The post holder will work Monday to Friday , 3 long days and 1 Early shift.
Main duties of the job
We have 2 Cardiac Catheter Laboratories in the purpose built Acute Admissions Unit at Watford General. They were opened in 2009 and are now undergoing Refurbishment to accommodate new and exciting advanced technology in Cardiology.
As well as Diagnostic Angiography, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention and PPM Implantation service for Elective and Inpatient, we provide Complex Device and EP service.
This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a new and exciting Environment and be part of a Dynamic Team.
Experience in Cardiology will be beneficial , but happy to take newly qualified nurses as full training will be provided.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Staff Nurse post is for the Cardiac Catheter Laboratories within West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust. The post holder will have a key role to ensure high standards of nursing care within the cardiac catheter laboratories and adjacent day ward are met. In the absence of the Senior Nurse, the post holder will ensure that these high standards are maintained.
The aim of the West Hertfordshire NHS Trust Cardiology service is to build a team of experienced cardiology nurses the broad remit of the post holder is:
- To provide a high standard of care to patients and ensure all fundamental aspects of care are effectively delivered and reported to the senior Nurse
- To assess care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- To rotate between the day ward and cardiac catheter laboratories
- Assist in the pre assessment for patients undergoing invasive procedures and cardioversions
- To work proactively with the multi/disciplinary team, in conjunction with the senior Nurse
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Staff Nurse post is for the Cardiac Catheter Laboratories within West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust. The post holder will have a key role to ensure high standards of nursing care within the cardiac catheter laboratories and adjacent day ward are met. In the absence of the Senior Nurse, the post holder will ensure that these high standards are maintained.
The aim of the West Hertfordshire NHS Trust Cardiology service is to build a team of experienced cardiology nurses the broad remit of the post holder is:
- To provide a high standard of care to patients and ensure all fundamental aspects of care are effectively delivered and reported to the senior Nurse
- To assess care needs, develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care
- To rotate between the day ward and cardiac catheter laboratories
- Assist in the pre assessment for patients undergoing invasive procedures and cardioversions
- To work proactively with the multi/disciplinary team, in conjunction with the senior Nurse
Person Specification
Your application will be scored against the Job Descripton
Essential
- Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.
Person Specification
Your application will be scored against the Job Descripton
Essential
- Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.
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.
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).
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.
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).
