Job summary
Looking for a new challenge within cardiology?
An exciting opportunity for a Staff Nurse Secondment/fixed term contract for up to one year 22.5 hours (3 days) has arisen within Cardiac Rehab at Southend Hospital.
We are a small, highly experienced , forward thinking, friendly, Multi disciplinary team who work with patients post discharge from hospital following admissions with ACS/PCI/CABG/Valve Surgery.
You will have responsibility for the assessment and management of patients with Coronary Heart Disease and other Cardiac conditions, who are referred for Cardiac Rehabilitation. Providing an individualised health education programme, post hospital discharge. Assisting patients in managing their condition and adopting a healthier lifestyle by addressing identified risk factors.
You will contribute to the development and progression of the CR service.
You will adhere to the NMC Code of Practice at all times and ensure compliance with the application of hospital policies and procedures.
Main duties of the job
Assess and provide health education and support for patients referred to CR from Southend hospital, Essex CTC and other sources.
Review ECG and test results and action as appropriate. Refer patients, as required, to other members of the MDT.
Participate in the assessment and core rehab as required, either by telephone or face to face.
Risk stratify and assess patient's suitability for inclusion on the programme and maintain regular contact with the patient whilst on the programme either by telephone, virtually or face to face.
Liaise with ward staff, departmental staff, patients, and relatives concerning specific patient needs and deal with these effectively, offering psychological support and any appropriate resources/information.
Liaise as necessary with other members of the multi-disciplinary team as required, e.g. CNS, Cardiologist, dietician, counsellor etc.
Encourage the concept of providing continual Health Education to cardiac patients whilst in the hospital setting and post-discharge.
Work with Cardiology Ward Staff in educating staff and implementing the Health Education programme to patients with acute coronary syndrome and their carers.
Review and help develop relevant health education literature as necessary.
Liaise with 'Take Heart' cardiac support group and signpost patients to the self-help group as required.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Staff Nurse role using your unique qualities? Then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Staff Nurse role using your unique qualities? Then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Part 1 of NMC register Evidence of continuous professional development and education.
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience in speciality area i.e. Cardiac rehab/Cardiology/CCU.
- IT skills; word, excel, data entry and clinical systems experience or willingness to learn
Desirable
- Cardiac rehab experience/health promotion
- Cardiology post-grad course
commucation skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- In-depth patient assessment skills
- Ability to work as part of MDT.
Desirable
- Counselling skills
- Experience within a MDT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Part 1 of NMC register Evidence of continuous professional development and education.
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience in speciality area i.e. Cardiac rehab/Cardiology/CCU.
- IT skills; word, excel, data entry and clinical systems experience or willingness to learn
Desirable
- Cardiac rehab experience/health promotion
- Cardiology post-grad course
commucation skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- In-depth patient assessment skills
- Ability to work as part of MDT.
Desirable
- Counselling skills
- Experience within a MDT
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).
