Job summary
The post holder will work as an autonomous specialist nurse practitioner in the Rapid Access Chest pain clinic. Using specialized skills and knowledge to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients to facilitate early diagnosis, investigation and treatments.
This post is available for Band 6 or Band 7 pending on previous experience and qualifications. If criteria for Band 7 is not met there will be support and opportunity to progress within the role. Expectations for progressing to Band 7 would be completion of Independent Nurse prescriber course, working towards masters level programme, independently supporting the Rapid Access Chest pain clinics.
Main duties of the job
They will triage patient referrals to the Rapid Access Chest pain service these referrals are received from GP or ED, then liase with TAC to organise clinic appointments ensuring they are seen promptly within the National required time frame of 14 days.
They will request relevant tests, prescribe medications if necessary and make onward referrals. The post holder will respond to test results and communicate these to the patient, GP and other health care professionals. They will provide education and advice to ensure the patient is engaged with their treatment plan. they will work within the multidisciplinary team. Provision of an weekly MDT with Consultant Cardiologist takes place weekly.
They will be involved in the development of policies and participate in audits, clinical governacne and research.
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role and the person specification.
STAFF CAR PARKING
Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30.
For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website.
This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role and the person specification.
STAFF CAR PARKING
Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30.
For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website.
This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration Level 1
- Recognised post registration cardiac course
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous professional Development
- ILS Provider
- Degree qualification
- Physical Examination Skills (Band 7)
- Independent Nurse Prescribing (Band 7)
Desirable
- ALS Provider
- Working to a Masters qualification or willingness to undertake
- Willing to take on the Independent Nurse Prescribing (Band 6)
- Physical examination module (Band 6)
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Minimum 3 years cardiac experience
- Band 6 experience
- Patient case load Management
- Teaching /Presenting
- Project Work
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- IT literate
- Able to influence others
- Able to manage change
- Presentation skills
- Research aware
- Sound ECG Interpretation
- Cannulation and venepuncture
Personal qualities
Essential
- Expert role model
- Commitment to delivering high quality service
- Able to work independently
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration Level 1
- Recognised post registration cardiac course
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous professional Development
- ILS Provider
- Degree qualification
- Physical Examination Skills (Band 7)
- Independent Nurse Prescribing (Band 7)
Desirable
- ALS Provider
- Working to a Masters qualification or willingness to undertake
- Willing to take on the Independent Nurse Prescribing (Band 6)
- Physical examination module (Band 6)
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Minimum 3 years cardiac experience
- Band 6 experience
- Patient case load Management
- Teaching /Presenting
- Project Work
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- IT literate
- Able to influence others
- Able to manage change
- Presentation skills
- Research aware
- Sound ECG Interpretation
- Cannulation and venepuncture
Personal qualities
Essential
- Expert role model
- Commitment to delivering high quality service
- Able to work independently
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
