Job summary
COUNTYWIDE
CARDIAC REHAB NURSE
BAND 6
37.5 hrs per week
Fixed Term Contract for 12 months
This is an exciting opportunity for
an enthusiastic, confident, well-motivated, autonomous RGN, who works well in a
team, as well as on their own, to join our team of Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurses
and will be based at the Worcestershire Royal Hosptial.
The position would suit someone
with previous sound cardiac or related knowledge who is currently a senior B5
or above.
Our ideal applicant will have
excellent interpersonal skills and leadership qualities, you will have drive,
vision and initiative to motivate others and develop this service. Excellent
decision making skills and evidence of continuous professional development are
essential and you must also have experience of working in both cardiology and a
multi-professional environment.
If you have a desire to work in
this proactive, friendly team and have experience in delivering care to
patients requiring cardiac rehab we are keen to receive your application.
Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged.
For further
information or to arrange an informal visit please contact:
Kerry O'Dowd, Lead
Nurse for Cardiology Speciailst Teams on 01905 733948, Extn. 30710 or via
switchboard on 01905 763333 bleep 278.
Main duties of the job
You will be supported to facilitate the management of your own caseload of patients and support the phase 3 fitness classes at the Alexandra Hospital and Evesham gym as an essential part of the role.
You will also need to have excellent written skills, be computer literate and hold a clean driving licence. This post is Countywide and the successful applicant may be required to support services on all 3 sites.
About us
Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this.
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.
The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester
Our workforce is nearly 6,800 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision - working in partnership to provide the best healthcare for our communities, leading and supporting our teams to move 4ward. Our 4ward behaviours, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.
Our objectives are simple:
- Best services for local people
- Best experience of care and best outcomes for our patients
- Best use of resources
- Best people
Better never stops, and our Clinical Services Strategy provides a clear future vision for our Trust, our hospitals, our services and our role in the wider health and care system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- There
will be management guidance and training of the post holder. This will be
managed on an individual basis and according to knowledge and training
needs in accordance with local trust and national guidelines. There will
be set competencies to achieve.
- To practice at all times within the
nursing and midwifery council (NMC) code of conduct.
- To ensure practice is maintained
according to National, local and trust policies and guidelines on coronary
heart disease, the management of heart failure and surgical intervention
- To give expert advice on management
of cardiac patients including medication and further treatment options
- To manage a caseload of patients
- To take responsibility for own self
development in liaison with line manager.
- To act as a clinical advisor on
cardiac rehabilitation to all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in updating CHD guidelines,
protocols in line with clinical governance guidelines.
- Promote rehabilitation patient
autonomy as a focus of care.
- Make contact with patients during
acute episode and perform risk factor assessments.
- Review patient notes to ensure all
MI/Heart Surgery/ACS patients are seen for advice/support, and relevant
investigations are requested in line with trust guidelines and cardiology
teams.
- To participate in cardiac rehab
Phases I III as per BACPR guidelines
- To act as the patients advocate by
discussing treatment approaches, writing letters to consultants/GPs to
maintain a good quality of life for patients while reducing risk factors.
- To see inpatients/outpatients for
pre surgery/investigations advice support
- To provide a support line for
rehabilitation/RACPC/Angiography patients and relatives to reduce anxiety
for all clients involved/beneficiary of cardiac rehab service.
- To work closely with the Cardiac
Rehabilitation fitness instructor maintaining a team approach to high
standards of care.
- Maintain a safe and healthy
environment for patients/staff/relatives within the exercise programme.
- Have
and maintain life support skills.
- Advance
clinical practice in line with service needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- There
will be management guidance and training of the post holder. This will be
managed on an individual basis and according to knowledge and training
needs in accordance with local trust and national guidelines. There will
be set competencies to achieve.
- To practice at all times within the
nursing and midwifery council (NMC) code of conduct.
- To ensure practice is maintained
according to National, local and trust policies and guidelines on coronary
heart disease, the management of heart failure and surgical intervention
- To give expert advice on management
of cardiac patients including medication and further treatment options
- To manage a caseload of patients
- To take responsibility for own self
development in liaison with line manager.
- To act as a clinical advisor on
cardiac rehabilitation to all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in updating CHD guidelines,
protocols in line with clinical governance guidelines.
- Promote rehabilitation patient
autonomy as a focus of care.
- Make contact with patients during
acute episode and perform risk factor assessments.
- Review patient notes to ensure all
MI/Heart Surgery/ACS patients are seen for advice/support, and relevant
investigations are requested in line with trust guidelines and cardiology
teams.
- To participate in cardiac rehab
Phases I III as per BACPR guidelines
- To act as the patients advocate by
discussing treatment approaches, writing letters to consultants/GPs to
maintain a good quality of life for patients while reducing risk factors.
- To see inpatients/outpatients for
pre surgery/investigations advice support
- To provide a support line for
rehabilitation/RACPC/Angiography patients and relatives to reduce anxiety
for all clients involved/beneficiary of cardiac rehab service.
- To work closely with the Cardiac
Rehabilitation fitness instructor maintaining a team approach to high
standards of care.
- Maintain a safe and healthy
environment for patients/staff/relatives within the exercise programme.
- Have
and maintain life support skills.
- Advance
clinical practice in line with service needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on sub-part 1 or 2 of the professional register.
- 1st degree or working towards.
- Cardiology care course or equivalent.
- Willingness for further study.
Desirable
- BACPR training/competencies
Skills / Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent ECG interpretation.
- Up-to-date knowledge of cardiac conditions. Including acute and chronic coronary syndromes, arrhythmia management, Heart failure.
- Knowledge of national and local guidelines relating to cardiac conditions.
- Able to evidence experience of chest pain assessment.
- ILS.
- Ability to write formal letters and reports.
- Ability to identify and manage risk.
- Computer literacy.
Desirable
- Familiar with Echo reports, 24 hour tapes and other cardiology investigation results.
- Advanced Life Support.
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates good communication skills; including emotional resilience, conflict management.
- Team working.
- Able to work autonomously within the boundaries of the role and skills.
- Ability to work flexibly within the confines of the team and service.
- Able to travel across site.
Experience
Essential
- Cardiology setting. Should have minimum of 2 years experience.
Desirable
- Independent working and autonomy
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on sub-part 1 or 2 of the professional register.
- 1st degree or working towards.
- Cardiology care course or equivalent.
- Willingness for further study.
Desirable
- BACPR training/competencies
Skills / Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent ECG interpretation.
- Up-to-date knowledge of cardiac conditions. Including acute and chronic coronary syndromes, arrhythmia management, Heart failure.
- Knowledge of national and local guidelines relating to cardiac conditions.
- Able to evidence experience of chest pain assessment.
- ILS.
- Ability to write formal letters and reports.
- Ability to identify and manage risk.
- Computer literacy.
Desirable
- Familiar with Echo reports, 24 hour tapes and other cardiology investigation results.
- Advanced Life Support.
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates good communication skills; including emotional resilience, conflict management.
- Team working.
- Able to work autonomously within the boundaries of the role and skills.
- Ability to work flexibly within the confines of the team and service.
- Able to travel across site.
Experience
Essential
- Cardiology setting. Should have minimum of 2 years experience.
Desirable
- Independent working and autonomy
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
