Advanced Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford

On-site

GBP 52,000 - 59,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced cardiac nurse to join our Cardiology Specialist Nursing team with a focus on arrhythmia and electrophysiology services. The post includes developing specialist expertise and greater clinical autonomy within nurse-led pathways.

Applicants should bring experience in arrhythmia or EP nursing, or show strong aptitude for cardiology. You will work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care and

Qualifications

Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development.
Recognised teaching qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent).
Post-qualification experience in nursing studies or cardiology.
Nurse independent prescriber or commitment to undertake training within 12 months.
ALS or commitment to undertake training within 3 months of appointment.
Nationally accredited training in safe sedation, or commitment to undertake training within 6 months.

Responsibilities

The post holder will practise autonomously as a Cardiac Nurse Specialist, providing expert clinical care and professional leadership in the assessment and management of patients with cardiac conditions, working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and evidence-based care.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination and delivery of designated cardiology services, ensuring high standards of patient care and effective service provision.
The post holder will lead and contribute to clinical audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives within their designated areas, promoting best practice and supporting the development, implementation and review of clinical guidelines, policies and pathways.
The post holder will be professionally accountable for their clinical decisions and nursing practice, maintaining and developing their knowledge, skills and competencies through continuing professional development.