Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, nurse with a passion for cardiology to join our committed team on the Acute Cardiac Unitin the Specialist Medicine Division.
ACU is a 27bedded Cardiac Unit. Should you be successful you will work within a specialised area, providing high quality care to patients with a variety of cardiac conditions including heart failure, ischaemic heart disease, myocardial infarction, valve disease and endocarditis. Working within this specialty you will be expected to take on extended roles associated with the specialism.
Theward is supported by an enthusiastic and establishedmultidisciplinary team and we areseeking a dynamic and motivated nurse that is an enthusiastic team player. If you think that you have some experience which you consider could be translated to this ward environment, if you are kind and caring and you believe you meet our expectations then please apply, we are a friendly and passionate team who look forward to you joining us.
If you are willing to go the extra mile to make patients feel important and you always ensure that your colleagues are valued and an integral part of the team then we would like you to applyand we look forward to meeting you.
Main duties of the job
- To set and maintain high standards of nursing practice ensuring patients needs are met.
- To work effectively within the multidisciplinary team.
- To participate in ward rounds, ensuring effective methods of communication.
- To contribute to an effective learning environment and participate in own continual professional development
Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can't be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.Candidate Pack
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) code of conduct.
- To be accountable for own professional practice.
- Be aware of current research.
- Always maintain high level of patient care.
- When required, to liaise and work collaboratively with other specialities to ensure the consistent management of patients.
- Provide individualised education and psychological support to patients and their relatives.
- Determine barriers to client education and/or health behaviour change.
- Ensure that privacy and dignity of patients is maintained when providing nursing care.
- Ensure that any safeguarding risks are escalated appropriately to enable investigation.
- Provide life support to standards set by the UK Resuscitation Council.
- Ensure high standards of patient care and satisfaction. Engage in the Trust Friends and Family Test.
- Provide individualised education and psychological support to patients and their relatives.
- Take initiative and respond calmly to any emergency situations.
- Support discharge planning and patient flow.
- Use advanced skills to assess, develop and evaluate plans of care for patients with cardiology needs.
- Undertake clinical duties and act as an expert practitioner demonstrating specialist knowledge and skills to support patients and their relatives
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) code of conduct.
- To be accountable for own professional practice.
- Be aware of current research.
- Always maintain high level of patient care.
- When required, to liaise and work collaboratively with other specialities to ensure the consistent management of patients.
- Provide individualised education and psychological support to patients and their relatives.
- Determine barriers to client education and/or health behaviour change.
- Ensure that privacy and dignity of patients is maintained when providing nursing care.
- Ensure that any safeguarding risks are escalated appropriately to enable investigation.
- Provide life support to standards set by the UK Resuscitation Council.
- Ensure high standards of patient care and satisfaction. Engage in the Trust Friends and Family Test.
- Provide individualised education and psychological support to patients and their relatives.
- Take initiative and respond calmly to any emergency situations.
- Support discharge planning and patient flow.
- Use advanced skills to assess, develop and evaluate plans of care for patients with cardiology needs.
- Undertake clinical duties and act as an expert practitioner demonstrating specialist knowledge and skills to support patients and their relatives
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- NMC PIN
- Experience working in an acute hospital setting or the ability to utilise pre-registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings.
Desirable
- Evidence of working in cardiology
- Experience of working in a Level 2/3 patient care setting
Skills
Essential
- Basic Computer Skills Administration of medications and/or treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and Trust Policy.
- Ability to write clear and succinct reports.
Desirable
- ECG training
- IV administration, venepuncture, cannulation.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- NMC PIN
- Experience working in an acute hospital setting or the ability to utilise pre-registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings.
Desirable
- Evidence of working in cardiology
- Experience of working in a Level 2/3 patient care setting
Skills
Essential
- Basic Computer Skills Administration of medications and/or treatments as prescribed according to the NMC guidelines and Trust Policy.
- Ability to write clear and succinct reports.
Desirable
- ECG training
- IV administration, venepuncture, cannulation.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
