Job summary
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of Nurse led Cardiology Clinics. This will include the running of Rapid Access Chest Pain Clinics to agreed protocols such as history taking, physical examination, diagnostic test interpretation and clinical reasoning skills. The role also includes responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for cardiology patients within the Emergency Zone without supervision on a daily basis and to facilitate 'virtual cardiology round' in conjunction with a Consultant Cardiologist. They will also be expected to provide specialist advice to the multi-disciplinary team for cardiology areas and all other specialties and to co-ordinate the safe transfer of patients through the inpatient system.
Main duties of the job
- To be responsible for the day to day running of Nurse led Cardiology Clinics. This will include the running of Rapid Access Chest Pain Clinics to agreed protocols such as history taking, physical examination, diagnostic test interpretation and clinical reasoning skills
- Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for cardiology patients within the Emergency Zone without supervision on a daily basis and to facilitate 'virtual cardiology round' in conjunction with a Consultant Cardiologist
- Provide specialist advice to the multi-disciplinary team for cardiology areas and all other specialities - this will include holding the Bleep and responding appropriately to acute clinical situation, for example, STEMI and high risk NSTEMI patients, facilitating early transfer to the Cath Lab/CCU
- To co-ordinate the safe transfer of patients through the inpatient system to allow for sufficient capacity and placement of emergency admissions to CCU/Cardiology wards and/or complex care areas
- To ensure that the highest standards of evidence-based patient centred care is provided
- Work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team through effective communication and the development of professional working relationships
- Participate in the education programme within the emergency zone and cardiology departments
- To participate in the monitoring, evaluation and auditing of services and to present these findings as part of the Clinical Governance framework.
About us
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised center of excellence in a range of services and major specialties. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts and gastronomic scenes, a wide range of modern and state of the art shopping, recreation and leisure facilities, a wealth of great local family days out, fantastic transport links for local, national and internal holidays, and it has a rich history. If you prefer country, village or smaller town living, our Trust is also easily commutable from a range of attractive locations in North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and South Wales (such as Portishead or Chepstow). For band 5 Registered Nurses and ODPs, relocation support may be available. Please emailNursing@nbt.nhs.ukfor more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Demonstrate the ability to manage own workload independently, as well as work well within a team.
- Carry out extended nursing practices of physical assessment and history taking, requested appropriate investigations and acting upon results using agreed policies/protocols
- Manage own workload responding flexibly to the needs of patients and the service as a whole
- Ensure the clinical needs of patients are assessed and an appropriate plan of care is developed and clearly documented
- Be responsible for giving relevant advice to patients with regards to their forthcoming episode of care promoting and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment at all times. In addition be reactive to, and identify, changing needs of patients and relatives
- Actively contribute to meeting Trust targets and reduction in length of stay for cardiology patients
- Discharge patients under agreed protocols
- Act as an expert clinical resource for all healthcare professionals within NBT, Primary Care Trusts and the Cardiac Network
- Maintain standards and practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct National Guidelines and Local Trust Policies/Guidelines
- Promote and participate in health education to support patients in the management of their cardiac risk factors and provide appropriate written information
- Liaise with Consultants to establish a safe and appropriate individualized care pathway
- Utilise all strategies to ensure effective communication and documentation of patient care from referral to discharge
- Maintain, document and store an accurate record system in accordance with local and national requirements.
- See full Job Description
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Demonstrate the ability to manage own workload independently, as well as work well within a team.
- Carry out extended nursing practices of physical assessment and history taking, requested appropriate investigations and acting upon results using agreed policies/protocols
- Manage own workload responding flexibly to the needs of patients and the service as a whole
- Ensure the clinical needs of patients are assessed and an appropriate plan of care is developed and clearly documented
- Be responsible for giving relevant advice to patients with regards to their forthcoming episode of care promoting and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment at all times. In addition be reactive to, and identify, changing needs of patients and relatives
- Actively contribute to meeting Trust targets and reduction in length of stay for cardiology patients
- Discharge patients under agreed protocols
- Act as an expert clinical resource for all healthcare professionals within NBT, Primary Care Trusts and the Cardiac Network
- Maintain standards and practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct National Guidelines and Local Trust Policies/Guidelines
- Promote and participate in health education to support patients in the management of their cardiac risk factors and provide appropriate written information
- Liaise with Consultants to establish a safe and appropriate individualized care pathway
- Utilise all strategies to ensure effective communication and documentation of patient care from referral to discharge
- Maintain, document and store an accurate record system in accordance with local and national requirements.
- See full Job Description
Person Specification
essesntial and desirable
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Post registration cardiology registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- 3 years post grad experience with 2 years experience in acute cardiology
- experience of managing patients with chest pain or arrhythmias
Desirable
- Audit and research experience
- Physical assessment and clinical reasoning module or equivalent
Person Specification
essesntial and desirable
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Post registration cardiology registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- 3 years post grad experience with 2 years experience in acute cardiology
- experience of managing patients with chest pain or arrhythmias
Desirable
- Audit and research experience
- Physical assessment and clinical reasoning module or equivalent
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).
