Cardiac Clinical Nurse Specialist / Trainee Cardiac Nurse Specialist - Band 5 or 6 (Annex 21) - SG

NHS Scotland; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dynamic nurse to join a dedicated Cardiac Specialist Nurse Team. This role involves providing holistic care to patients with cardiac conditions, working across various sites in Fife. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cardiac care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to professional development. Join a supportive environment focused on improving patient management and treatment. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector while enjoying a fulfilling career in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cardiac Clinical Nurse Specialist with a non-medical prescribing qualification.
• Willingness to undertake necessary qualifications for progression.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, evidence-based specialist care to cardiac patients.
• Contribute to service development and evaluation.

Skills

Cardiac Care Experience

Communication Skills

Clinical Assessment

Decision Making

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree-level Education

Postgraduate Level 11 Qualification

Job description

Cardiac Clinical Nurse Specialist / Trainee Cardiac Nurse Specialist - Band 5 or 6 (Annex 21) - SG

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About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and innovative nurse to join NHS Fife’s Community Cardiac Specialist Nurse Team as a Cardiac Clinical Nurse Specialist. The service operates Monday to Friday during business hours and provides holistic, evidence-based specialist care to individuals diagnosed with various cardiac conditions across Fife. You will be based at Stratheden Hospital, working Fife-wide, contributing to service development, implementation, and evaluation to improve patient management, treatment, and support.

Candidate Profile

• Experienced Cardiac CNS with a non-medical prescribing qualification and postgraduate Level 11 in clinical assessment & decision making.
• For Band 6, supporting colleagues will be part of your role.
• For Band 5 to Band 6 progression under Annex 21: experienced nurse with cardiology background, degree-level education, recent CPD, and willingness to undertake necessary qualifications.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work autonomously, and effective team collaboration.
• Must be able to travel reliably across various sites and patient homes in Fife.

Additional Information

• Applicants must specify the post they are applying for on the application form.
• Training salary is a percentage of the pay band maximum, depending on the training duration.
• For informal enquiries, contact Anne McEwan at 01383 565166 or [e-mail].
• Post may require a criminal records check under legislative changes from 1 April 2025, including possible PVG Scheme membership.
• NHS Fife is committed to equality, diversity, and making reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or long-term conditions.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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