Job summary

Full-time

Are you anenthusiastic Cardiology Nurse looking for progression and a new challenge in aband 6 role? If so, an exciting opportunity has opened up on the Coronary CareUnit (CCU) at Rotherham NHS foundation Trust.

The CCU team isdynamic and friendly and are keen to help and support and develop nursesinterested in experiencing this exciting role. We are seeking nurses who arecompassionate, bright and motivated to deliver the best care to our acute andcomplex group of patients. The successful applicants will be expected to haveup to date and relevant Cardiology experience of at least 2 years postregistration. An understanding of NICE guidance, protocol based practice andevidence of leadership qualities is essential.

We are an 8 beddedunit caring for a wide variety of acutely ill patients from Acute CoronarySyndromes, Heart Failure, Cardiac Arrhythmias and Patients requiring CPAP. Weare also involved in dobutamine stress echos, trans-oesophagealechocardiograms and DC cardioversion. We also have the facility to monitor 10telemetry beds on adjoining wards. A friendly cardiology team consisting ofconsultants, sonographers, heart failure and cardiac rehabilitation specialistnurses and an arrhythmia nurse closely supports us.

We encourage staffdevelopment and training. Support for the successful applicant will beprovided. Both full and part-time hours will be considered. We have recentlystarted utilising team rostering to help with staff wellbeing.

Main duties of the job

Maintain highstandards of clinical work when carrying out nursing procedures, and act as arole model for junior colleagues. Ensure high standardsof care are delivered to all patients, whilst maintaining the Units alreadyestablished high standards. Lead the ward team inthe absence of other senior members of staff. Ensure compliancewith our clinical governance framework,. Champion service usersafety and dignity. Be involved, andproactive in the development of new quality improvements. Assist with cardioversions,and pre-assessments, dobutamine stress echo's trans-oesophagealechocardiograms, and also be trained in nurse lead perfusion scans. Liaise with othermembers of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients are receiving theappropriate and timely care.

About us

The RotherhamNHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving ourlocal population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act theright way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities ofRotherham.

As a Trust weare on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart ofeverything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are thesecond most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as aplace to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagementoverall.

But dont justtake our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations forour Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people andrecognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives ofpatients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improveour services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join uson our journey to excellence.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specificationfor the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Evidence of Academic achievement, working towards Degree level of study Current level one NMC registration Relevant learning beyond registration

Desirable

Teaching/Mentorship Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

Cardiology experience Commitment to continuous personal development for revalidation NMC Policies, practices and procedures national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

Desirable

Specialist /Management training

Experience

Essential

Experience of working at band 5 in Cardiology and proven ability to take charge of the ward or department demonstrating effective leadership skills

Desirable

Recruitment and selection experience Presenting complex information to large groups