Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated cardiac nurse to join our dynamic Cardiac Health and Rehabilitation Programme, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's Cardiovascular Health Services.
This role spans across St Mary's Hospital, Charing Cross Hospital, and Ealing Community, with occasional cover at Hammersmith Hospital.
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is the UK's first Academic Health Science Centre, offering internationally renowned tertiary cardiology and cardiothoracic services, and a strong foundation in clinical and basic science research.
We are looking for a Registered Nurse with:
- A minimum of 2 years recent cardiac experience, ideally across both cardiology and cardiothoracic services.
- A strong interest in cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
You should be passionate about patient-centred care, committed to sharing best practice, and keen to contribute to service development and innovation.Interested?
For further details or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:Eleanor Murphy- Cardiac Rehabilitation Lead Nurse - 0203 311 0197 - eleanor.murphy19@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
As a Cardiac Health & Rehabilitation Nurse, you will:
- Assess and manage a caseload of outpatients, including those with cardiac disease, heart failure, and ICDs.
- Deliver cardiac rehabilitation classes and health education talks to patients.
- Act as a clinical resource for colleagues on cardiovascular disease and its management.
- Contribute to ongoing audit and research to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- You may also support patients during the inpatient phase and post-discharge, ensuring continuity of care across the rehabilitation pathway.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share.
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
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years recent experience in cardiology/cardiothoracic
- Experience in teaching, coaching or mentoring
- Delivering Health Education to individuals and/or groups
- Experience of auditing and evaluating clinical nursing care
EDUCATION
Essential
- First Level Registration
- Post registration qualification in cardiology or related area
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- ILS trained
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Understanding of Cardiac Rehabilitation programmes and secondary prevention
- Knowledge of national policies & directives that impact on service delivery (BACPR, NICE)
- Understanding of the principles of health education and motivational interviewing
Person Specification
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years recent experience in cardiology/cardiothoracic
- Experience in teaching, coaching or mentoring
- Delivering Health Education to individuals and/or groups
- Experience of auditing and evaluating clinical nursing care
EDUCATION
Essential
- First Level Registration
- Post registration qualification in cardiology or related area
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- ILS trained
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Understanding of Cardiac Rehabilitation programmes and secondary prevention
- Knowledge of national policies & directives that impact on service delivery (BACPR, NICE)
- Understanding of the principles of health education and motivational interviewing
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).
