Staff Nurse - CCU

NHS; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiac care. As a staff nurse in the acute cardiology team, you'll play a vital role in managing complex cardiovascular conditions while working alongside experienced professionals. This position offers opportunities for continuous education and professional development, ensuring that your career goals are supported. With a commitment to inclusion and diversity, this organization values every team member and fosters a respectful workplace. If you're passionate about cardiology and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

NHS pension scheme

Access to NHS discount schemes

Health and wellbeing services

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience in teaching and leading teams in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients in the acute cardiology team.
• Support and mentor junior staff and students in clinical practice.

Skills

IV Competence

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Immediate Life Support

Computer Skills

Self-motivated

Education

Registered Nurse (General)

ENB 998/371 or equivalent

First Line Management Course

Job description

Do you wish to be part of our expanding and dynamic team? We are currently looking for enthusiastic staff nurses to join our acute cardiology team at Wycombe Hospital. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about cardiology and teamwork.

Teamwork is essential in CCU, and the ward is supported by a high level of senior nurses who will be there to support you.

CCU is a 22-bedded, fast-paced unit that specializes in cardiac care. You will have the opportunity to look after a variety of complex cardiovascular conditions.

Main duties of the job

This is an ideal role for someone with cardiology experience, although if you are newly qualified and show a drive to learn, we are also interested in what you have to offer. You will be expected to be IV competent and able to undertake venepuncture and cannulation (or willing to learn). Undertaking immediate life support is also essential.

Your career goals are important to us, and we believe in supporting our staff to develop the career that is right for them. Continuing education (supported by our clinical education team) and professional development are strongly encouraged, with opportunities available throughout your career. We offer specialist cardiac courses to all our staff as well as in-house training led by our cardiac practice development nurse.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• Learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• Flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside NHS benefits such as generous annual leave entitlement, pension, and access to NHS discount schemes.
• Range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We are committed to promoting inclusion and ensuring all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
• We aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision: to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities, and be a great place to work.
• Our mission: to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values: collaborate, aspire, respect, and enable.

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification available as attachments in the advert.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (General)
• ENB 998/371 or equivalent
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• First Line Management Course

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Understanding of professional scope of practice
• Knowledge of DoH guidance on clinical governance
• Ability to manage own caseload with supervision
• Computer skills
• Self-motivated

Experience

• Specialist experience
• Experience teaching students, HCAs, and qualified staff
• Previous experience as shift/team leader
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

• May be required to work in other departments if requested
• Internal rotation to nights

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure to be made to check for any criminal convictions.

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per annum, pro-rata.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working