Job summary
Paul Wood Ward is a 30 bedded inpatient cardiology ward which specialises in caring for patients with coronary heart disease, valvular disease, cardiac arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, congenital heart disease and heart failure.
We are looking for experienced cardiology nurses who are knowledgeable, possess emotional resilience, a calm temperament, and the ability to work under pressure, demonstrate excellent clinical nursing and a willingness to learn and develop new skills , who puts the patients at the centre of all they do.
The applicant(s) must have the relevant cardiology knowledge and skill necessary to support the team.
The Directorate will offer development that can be tailored to the successful candidates/s and include both leadership and clinical components.
Informal discussions welcomed.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work closely with the Ward Manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team.
Act as a team leader ensuring the needs of the patients are met.
To take charge of the clinical areas as required. Which includes Paul Wood ward, York Ward and the Squire Day care centre.
To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all junior staff, with the support of their senior colleagues.
The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover according to level of experience for any area specified.
- The postholder will be accountable for their nursing practice, adhere to the policies and protocols of the Trust and the NMC, and have a responsibility for their own personal and professional development.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best-known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas,' Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton, and Harefield all with a long history of high-quality care, clinical excellence, research, and innovation.
Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals joined Guy's and St Thomas' in February 2021 and is the largest specialist heart and lung centre in the UK and among the largest in Europe. We provide treatment for people with heart and lung disease, including rare and complex conditions, offering some of the most sophisticated treatment that is available anywhere in the world.
Our integrated approach to caring for patients from before birth, through childhood, adolescence and into adulthood and old age has been replicated around the world and has gained Royal Brompton and Harefield an international reputation as a leader in heart and lung diagnosis, treatment, and research.
We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally.
We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - valid NMC PIN
- Specialist course relevant to the cardiology area
- Preceptor & Practice Supervisor qualification
- Has attained or is working towards a MSc.
Desirable
- ECG Course
- Experience of EPIC
Experience
Essential
- Significant acute cardiology experience
- High Dependency nursing experience
- Experience in the supervision of junior staff/others
- Experience of low dose Inotrope support
- Experience in caring for patients with Pulmonary Hypertension
- Experience in caring for Adult Congenital Heart disease patients.
Desirable
- Experience of change management
- Knowledge of research and audit
- Experience of dealing with challenging situations.
Skills & knowledge
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Phlebotomy & cannulation
- Pacing knowledge
- Clear understanding of complex arrhythmia's
- Good clinical skills & a commitment to develop them further.
- Demonstrates an awareness of the wider NHS organisation and its service developments.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 8 months experience of acting as the nurse in charge within an acute cardiology ward area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - valid NMC PIN
- Specialist course relevant to the cardiology area
- Preceptor & Practice Supervisor qualification
- Has attained or is working towards a MSc.
Desirable
- ECG Course
- Experience of EPIC
Experience
Essential
- Significant acute cardiology experience
- High Dependency nursing experience
- Experience in the supervision of junior staff/others
- Experience of low dose Inotrope support
- Experience in caring for patients with Pulmonary Hypertension
- Experience in caring for Adult Congenital Heart disease patients.
Desirable
- Experience of change management
- Knowledge of research and audit
- Experience of dealing with challenging situations.
Skills & knowledge
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Phlebotomy & cannulation
- Pacing knowledge
- Clear understanding of complex arrhythmia's
- Good clinical skills & a commitment to develop them further.
- Demonstrates an awareness of the wider NHS organisation and its service developments.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 8 months experience of acting as the nurse in charge within an acute cardiology ward area.
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).
