Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Cardiac Nurse to join NGH Cardiology Services as an Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist.
The Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist role has been developed to provide professional nursing leadership and manage a patient-centred nursing service within Cardiology department at NGH NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job
The Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist will: work closely with the Electrophysiology Consultant and the team of multi-disciplinary staff within the Cardiology Directorate to provide clinical support, education and clinical leadership to the development of the patient pathway.
Be an expert nurse within cardiology; leading and developing practice in order to promote and provide high quality service throughout the patient pathway for patients and their families.
Provide and facilitate the delivery of highly specialised care for patients with arrhythmias.
Be responsible for providing expert practice through leadership, consultation, clinical advice, teaching and support for staff. The post holder will work with clinical colleagues to provide information, advice and support to patients with complex arrhythmias.
The Post holder will identify and initiate change in response to service needs, taking a professional lead in the development of an evidence-based approach to practice, fostering a culture that contributes to the clinical governance agenda.
About us
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Person Specification
Education Training and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- HEI level 6/First degree in Nursing, Midwifery or equivalent
- Postgraduate level or equivalent evidenced via a CPD portfolio
- Teaching/Mentoring/Assessment qualification; Advanced Patient Assessment
- Registered Non-medical Prescriber; ALS
Desirable
- Master's degree or Registered Specialist Cardiac Nurse Practitioner
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Evidence of Min. 2yrs performing at Band 6 level in a Cardiology Setting
- Up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
- Knowledge of Key Professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
- Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
Desirable
- Evidence of being able to work across organisational boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- Previous experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
- Demonstrates clear vision of the role and service
- Ability to initiate, sustain and evaluate change
- Decision-making skills
- Written and verbal communication
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible
- Motivated
- Assertive
- Concentration
- Able to work across departments
Desirable
- Innovative
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Northampton General Hospital
Address
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire
Northamptonshire
Northampton
NN1 5BD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist in Northampton employer: Northampton General Hospital
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Paediatric Oncology Consultants. With a commitment to professional development, the hospital provides generous study budgets, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation in child health services. Located in Northampton, you will be part of an award-winning team dedicated to delivering high-quality care to children and young people, making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Northampton General Hospital Recruitment Team
