Sister/Charge Nurse - Cath Lab

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

This role supports of high-quality patient care in the cath lab and so the wider Princess Alexandra Trust. The post holder will work closely with colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure exellent patient care is provided at all stages of the patient journey through the cath lab from pre assesment to post procedure safe discharge.

The role requires cath lab experience including theatre scrub nurse and curculating nurse sills, recovery nurse skills and experience in pre-assesmentt of patients for cath lab experience.

The role supports the smooth running of the Princess Alexandra Hospital Trust cardiology service.

The role requires cath lab experience including theatre scrub nurse and circulating nurse skills. Recovery nurse skills and experience in pre-assessment of patients for cath lab procedures.

The role supports the smooth running of the Princess Alexandra Hospital Trust cardiology service.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be expected to deliver day-to-day excellent patient care including: pre-assessment of patients, working in theatre as a scrub and circulating nurse and experience in recovering patients post procedure. They will be expected to document data safely and accurately on the electronic patient record and oversee the planning and running of lists. There will also be stock ordering and some administrative responsibilities.
• They will Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support service delivery. They will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and have good communication skills.
• They will maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Trust policies.
• They will participate in team meetings and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
• They will be able to work under pressure.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The successful candidate will lead by example as an experienced and knowledgeable nurse, providing structure, organisation and leadership within the multi-professional team

The successful candidate will work in the cath lab recovery and theatre. The role includes completing detailed pre- assessment for all cath lab procedures. They will manage the department, staffing, ordering stock and patient lists in the managers absence. They will supervise junior members of staff and students.

The post holder will be given the opportunity to enhance and develop their cath lab skills which fit with the needs of the department. There will be an opportunity to train as an operator for some nurse led procedures.

They will collaborate with colleagues to deliver a high quality, timely service and to work towards meeting the Trust’s and departmental objectives

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration study/courses

Experience

Essential

• Cardiology experience
• Cath Lab theatre, recovery and pre-assessment experience
• Mentorship experience
• Experience of planning care and evaluation of a variety of cardiology patients including emergency and complex care.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

Employer's website

https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)