Cardiac Catheter Nurse

You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing care of individual patients while undergoing elective and acute procedures in the Cardiac Catheterisation Suite. Delivering a high standard of nursing care to patients.
We conduct procedures which are performed under local anaesthetic and/or sedation and usually require X-ray fluoroscopy. Working in a diverse team, supporting each other.
You will participate in the Patient pre-assessment service. This is a service requiring specialist knowledge of cardiology procedures and the ability to apply this to individual patient circumstance. Complicated cases are frequently dealt with and the implications for delivery of best patient care are significant., + The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing care of individual patients while undergoing elective and acute procedures in the Cardiac Catheterisation Suite.
+ To work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines, in order to deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients.
+ They are invasive procedures, performed under local anaesthetic and/or sedation, and usually require X-ray fluoroscopy.
+ To work a rota over a 5 day period.
+ To provide an 24/7 'On-Call' service as required, once competent to do so.
+ To co-ordinate the lab lists once competent to do so.
+ To promote a safe clinical environment for all patients, their carer's, visitors and staff.
+ To comply with the Trust's values and expected behaviours., You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a 'Staff Carers' policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer's Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
+ We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Please apply promptly
+ Please read the job description and tailor your application to reflect the role
+ Correspondence will be via Trac, text and email. Please check your email and Trac account regularly.
+ Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band
+ If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion
+ It is your responsibility to assist us in the timely receipt of appropriate references
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.