Cardiology CNS

Job summary

Are you an experienced cardiac nurse looking to progress your career?

Due to retirement, we are looking to recruit a knowledgeable, compassionate cardiology nurse with at least 2 years' experience of working in CCU or a cardiology ward to join our small team of clinical nurse specialists providing care, follow-up and cardiac rehabilitation to patients with a variety of cardiac conditions.

This is planned as a developmental role with a view to the successful applicant undertaking the Physical Assessment and Clinical Reasoning (PACR) course when appropriate and subsequently training to qualify as a Non-Medical Prescriber.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

This role involves providing high-standard nursing care to patients post-cardiac events, developing individual care plans, and delivering patient education. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and be expected to develop an excellent knowledge base required to work autonomously within the speciality. Experience and/or a keen interest and understanding in the rehabilitation of cardiac patients and of those with chronic conditions is essential. The successful candidate will be organised, a good team player and have time management skills to work under pressure alongside other members of the team.

We welcome informal telephone or email enquiries and if anyone would like to come and visit us to gain a better understanding of our service we would love to see you1 Contact Lucy Davies, Senior ACS CNS.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.