Job summary
Are you keen to further develop yourself both clinically and professionally within the acute Cardiology setting? If so then an exciting opportunity has arisen!
Coronary Care Unit (CCU) is seeking dynamic nursing associates to join our team, and you will be working closely alongside the registered nursing staff to monitor and provide care for the patients under our care.
CCU comprises of 8 Level 0-2 beds, where patients are cared for with conditions including, but not limited to; myocardial infarctions (including STEMI who are declined for PPCI), Cardiogenic shock (requiring inotropic support), Acute Coronary Syndromes, rhythm abnormalities (including unstable patients requiring isoprenaline / the insertion of a temporary pacing wire and / or external pacing, as well as both Urgent and Elective DCCV), acute pulmonary oedema (including those requiring NIV or / or inotropes), heart failure and congenital abnormalities. We also provide a 24 hour Cardiac Outreach Service to the wider hospital. We care for patients following a variety of procedures including; diagnostic angiography, Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI's), permanent pacemaker and complex device insertions and patients that have been repatriated from a tertiary center following Primary PCI.
We promote flexible working practices within the unit and internal shift rotation is required for this post.
Main duties of the job
You must be dedicated to the provision of high standards of patient care, and the continuous development of the service we provide to our patients. Previous experience is desirable, although not essential.
As a highly motivated nursing associate who is forward thinking, flexible and an excellent team player, we encourage you to join us.
Working alongside and with support of the nursing team in the coronary care unit on the York site to manage a caseload of patients, duties will include cardiac monitoring, chest pain assessment, pre and post procedure care, assisting in emergency situations.
If you are a passionate nursing associate looking to work in a diverse and stimulating environment, this is the place for you. We offer excellent opportunities for career progression, training and development, and innovation is encouraged from all members of our team, as we are driven by offering high standards of care and continually improving patient experience. We value diversity and difference, and the unique skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to our team.
We support ongoing training and development and will consider and support applicants who are looking to work towards Band 5 training.
Full training and support will be provided.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: recruitment@york.nhs.uk.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: recruitment@york.nhs.uk.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Foundation Degree achieved through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential
- Two years previous experience working and communicating with the public in a health/social care/educational setting or gained through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team worked in and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Foundation Degree achieved through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential
- Two years previous experience working and communicating with the public in a health/social care/educational setting or gained through recognised Nursing Associate training programme
- Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team worked in and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development.
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).
