Job summary
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Arrhythmia Specialist Nurse to join our dynamic Cardiology team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop our arrhythmia service, working collaboratively with Consultant Cardiologists, Cardiac Physiologists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.You will act as a clinical expert in arrhythmia management, supporting patients with a range of conditions including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular arrhythmias, and those with implantable cardiac devices. The role combines advanced clinical practice with service development, education, and leadership.
Key responsibilities
Lead nurse-led arrhythmia clinics, including pre- and post-procedure assessments and follow-up care.
Lead the elective cardioversion service
Provide specialist advice on arrhythmia diagnosis, treatment options, and lifestyle management.
Support patients through complex treatment pathways such as ablation therapy, device implantation, and anticoagulation management.
Contribute to service development, clinical guidelines, and quality improvement projects.
Establish a new virtual ward pathway
Deliver education and training to nursing staff, allied health professionals, and patients.
Act as a resource for the MDT, offering expert input into case discussions and care planning.
Main duties of the job
About you
Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
Significant post-registration experience in cardiology, with proven expertise in arrhythmia care.
Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across professional boundaries.
A commitment to evidence-based practice, audit, and continuous service improvement.
Independent Non-Medical Prescribing qualification (or willingness to complete).
Lead nurse-led arrhythmia clinics, including pre- and post-procedure assessments and follow-up care.
Lead the elective cardioversion service
Provide specialist advice on arrhythmia diagnosis, treatment options, and lifestyle management.
Support patients through complex treatment pathways such as ablation therapy, device implantation, and anticoagulation management.
Contribute to service development, clinical guidelines, and quality improvement projects.
Establish a new virtual ward pathway
Deliver education and training to nursing staff, allied health professionals, and patients.
Act as a resource for the MDT, offering expert input into case discussions and care planning.
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Professional and hold active registration with relevant Professional body
- Degree level qualification relevant to role
- Post Graduate qualification at Masters level relevant to role to demonstrate specialist clinical and leadership skills
- Evidence of mandatory and statutory essential training skills, for example, Basic Life Support, manual handling, infection control, fire etc
- Managerial or Leadership qualification
Desirable
- Project management/Quality improvement qualification
- Restorative supervision/Professional Nurse Advocate qualification
- Education/Training qualification
- Advanced Clinical Practice modules at Masters level (Physical Assessment, Prescribing)
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in area of specialist knowledge and expertise
- Demonstrate experience of:- Quality/Service improvement Project Management Leadership People Management
- Innovative and inspiring leadership and clinical practice
Desirable
- NHS experience or relevant health care organisation
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to manage self and lead others, able to motivate and inspire a team
- Day to day management of a team/service, able to allocate and manage staff organise placements, support learners, provide supervision and line management responsibilities and record keeping. Ability to promote staff wellbeing and manage performance
- Demonstrates knowledge of National NHS and Nursing agenda including national/local performance targets.
Other
Essential
- Flexibility in working hours and patterns
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for domiciliary community role) and ability to travel between sites
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Professional and hold active registration with relevant Professional body
- Degree level qualification relevant to role
- Post Graduate qualification at Masters level relevant to role to demonstrate specialist clinical and leadership skills
- Evidence of mandatory and statutory essential training skills, for example, Basic Life Support, manual handling, infection control, fire etc
- Managerial or Leadership qualification
Desirable
- Project management/Quality improvement qualification
- Restorative supervision/Professional Nurse Advocate qualification
- Education/Training qualification
- Advanced Clinical Practice modules at Masters level (Physical Assessment, Prescribing)
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in area of specialist knowledge and expertise
- Demonstrate experience of:- Quality/Service improvement Project Management Leadership People Management
- Innovative and inspiring leadership and clinical practice
Desirable
- NHS experience or relevant health care organisation
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to manage self and lead others, able to motivate and inspire a team
- Day to day management of a team/service, able to allocate and manage staff organise placements, support learners, provide supervision and line management responsibilities and record keeping. Ability to promote staff wellbeing and manage performance
- Demonstrates knowledge of National NHS and Nursing agenda including national/local performance targets.
Other
Essential
- Flexibility in working hours and patterns
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (for domiciliary community role) and ability to travel between sites
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).
Employer details
Employer name
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Eastbourne DGH and Conquest Hospital - cross site
Kings Drive/The Ridge
Eastbourne/St Leonards on Sea
BN21 2UD
Employer's website
http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
