Cardiac Rehabilitation Lead Specialist

Train Work Live; Caeathro; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The post holder is the Lead Specialist Practitioner for the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service in North West Wales, providing clinical and operational leadership across hospital, community and home settings. You will lead on patient pathways, protocols and service improvements, and participate in national audits to maintain certification.

Applicants should be an experienced cardiac rehabilitation leader with NHS Band 7 level expertise and an NMC-registered nursing background.

Qualifications

• NMC Registered Nurse.
• Educated to degree level with post-registration Masters level education in relevant area or willingness to work towards.
• Knowledge of relevant National guidelines eg NICE, ESC, Welsh Government

Responsibilities

• Lead on and implement cardiac rehabilitation interventions in Anglesey and Gwynedd areas.
• Provide clinical and operational leadership to the cardiac rehabilitation team.
• Support development of patient pathways, clinical protocols and service improvement.
• Contribute to the National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation to maintain certification.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Team leadership

Cardiac rehabilitation

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Degree with Masters or willingness to pursue

Knowledge of NICE/ESC/Welsh guidelines

Job description

Main area Cardiology Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday 7 hours a day. 30 minutes unpaid lunch break) Job ref 050-NMR678-1126

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Cardiac Rehabilitation office, Bodfan, caernarfon Town Caernarfon Salary £50,129 - £57,365 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 25/11/2026 23:59

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

The post holder will be practising as lead nurse in the cardiac rehabilitation team . This will encompass the skills
of assessment, examination, diagnosis and treatment within an agreed scope of practice throughout cardiac rehabilitation.

The post holder will aim to deliver excellent standard of care across the domains of, advanced Clinical practice including independent prescribing, Leadership and management, research and Education.

The post Holder will deliver cardiac rehabilitation to patients with a variety of cardiac conditions in various clinical and Gym based settings in line with the British association for cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Lead Specialist Practitioner to join our Cardiac Rehabilitation Service in North West Wales. We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic clinical leader with recent experience in cardiac rehabilitation to lead, develop and sustain the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service across Gwynedd and Anglesey. The successful candidate will provide clinical and operational leadership to the multidisciplinary Cardiac Rehabilitation Team, supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care within hospital, community and home settings. The role will include supporting the continued development of patient pathways, clinical protocols and service improvement. You will have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current cardiac rehabilitation standards and evidence-based guidance, with the ability to apply these effectively within clinical practice and service delivery. You will lead the services participation in the National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation so to maintain the ongoing achievement and maintenance of cardiac rehabilitation Certification via the National Certification Programme.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are looking for someone who is an excellent team player and communicator, with strong leadership skills and the ability to work autonomously, flexibly and innovatively. You will be passionate about improving cardiac rehabilitation services and supporting patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Please review the person specification in the Job description.

The post holder will join the multidisciplinary team to contribute to the delivery of cardiac rehabilitation care in a variety of settings. The role will involve leading on and implementing cardiac rehabilitation interventions in Anglesey, and Gwynedd areas with requirements to travel across the counties.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Qualification and/or knowledge

• NMC Registered Nurse.
• Educated to degree level with post-registration Masters level education in relevant area or willingness to work towards.
• Knowledge of relevant National guidelines eg NICE, ESC, Welsh Government

Experience

• Extensive post-registration experience, including significant experience in cardiac care and previous work at Band 6/7
• Experience of coordinating and managing patient care
• Experience in leadership, and the undertaking of audit and/or research to develop and guide practice development
• Ability to recognise own weaknesses and developmental needs
• Has undertaken audit/research based activities

Values. Other

• Skilled negotiator with advanced interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work supportively with team members, and act as a role model, often being consulted by colleagues for support with problem solving
• Committed team worker with the ability to demonstrate a passion for cardiac rehabilitation and its role in patient care
• Interest in driving forward development in cardiac nursing

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Clare Wilding Job title Matron Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 03000 851422 Additional information

Please also contact Lisa Carson Lead cardiology nurse for further information. 03000 851760