Community Heart Failure Specialist Nurse

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Proud to be a prospective advanced foundation trust, CLCH is one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, employing more than 4,500 staff and caring for more than four million people across London and Hertfordshire. We believe in working together to give children a better start and adults greater independence. Our diverse team of professionals supports patients at every stage of their lives, from health visiting for newborn babies to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care.

By joining CLCH, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities and are committed to your professional development and well-being.

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Community Heart Failure Specialist Nurse

Band 7

Main area Community Heart Failure Specialist Nurse Grade Band 7 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (0.5WTE) Hours Part time - 18.75 hours per week (two days of 8am to 4pm, one day of 8am to 11:45 (allocated day and time may flex and based on clinical needs of the service)) Job ref 824-ONW-8388864

Site Alexandra Avenue Health and Social Care Centre Town Harrow Salary £55,524 - £62,652 per annum, inclusive of HCAS (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 17/11/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Are you an experienced Cardiology Nurse passionate about improving the lives of people living with heart failure? Ready to make a real difference by delivering specialist care closer to home?

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) has an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Community Heart Failure Specialist Nurse to join our Brent and Harrow cardiology service on a 12-month fixed-term, part-time basis.

Working autonomously within allocated Primary Care Networks, you will manage a specialist caseload of patients with complex heart failure needs. You'll deliver comprehensive assessments, personalised treatment plans and evidence-based interventions, helping patients manage symptoms, optimise treatment and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.

You'll work closely with GPs, consultant cardiologists and multidisciplinary colleagues, while supporting patients and carers with education and self-management. You'll also contribute to clinical audit, quality improvement and service development.

Supported by an experienced Clinical Service Lead and Cardiology Clinical Specialist, both with advanced practice qualifications, you'll have opportunities to further develop your expertise.

A full UK driving licence and access to a car are required, subject to the exception set out in the person specification.

Join CLCH and help deliver outstanding heart failure care in the community!

Main duties of the job

This is a varied and rewarding role combining specialist clinical practice, leadership, education and service development. Key responsibilities include:

Manage a specialist caseload of patients with complex heart failure needs, providing comprehensive assessments, individualised treatment plans and evidence-based care.

Initiate, titrate and optimise heart failure therapies, supporting symptom management, patient self-care and the prevention of avoidable hospital admissions.

Work collaboratively with GPs, consultant cardiologists, Primary Care Networks (PCNs) and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.

Provide specialist clinical advice, education and support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals across community services.

Demonstrate clinical leadership through mentorship, supervision and the delivery of training to support workforce development.

Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical guidelines, care pathways and service improvement initiatives.

Participate in clinical governance, audits, research and quality improvement projects to promote patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Support the ongoing development of the Community Heart Failure Service, working closely with the Clinical Service Lead to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse
• Current registration with NMC.
• Qualification in Independent nurse prescribing or willingness to undertake training.
• Hold or working towards relevant qualification in advanced physical assessment
• Educated at level 7 or evidence of successfully completing courses/modules at level 7

Experience

• Extensive experience working in Heart Failure either in primary or secondary care
• Highly Experienced in managing a clinical case load
• Experience in the training/mentorship of students
• Experience in organising and implementing training/teaching programmes for healthcare professionals and clients
• Excellent group education and presentation skills
• Experience of conducting audits and/or research
• Experience in contributing to Service Development, including policy and guideline development
• Experience in supervising others Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience working in Community settings
• Experience with working with change behaviour techniques

Skills

• Ability to undertake leadership role in clinical specialty
• Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of clients with Heart Failure
• Advanced knowledge of evidence-based practice associated with Heart Failure.
• Ability to interpret health and social policies and guidelines and to translate into practice.
• Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning based on experience and knowledge.

Person Attributes

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

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