Senior Staff Nurse - Catheter Labs

The post holder will work closely with the cath lab manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the cath lab team. Also, act as a care team leader ensuring the needs of the patients are met.
Supporting and deputising for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the clinical management of the clinical area. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in conjunction with the cathlab sister/charge nurse in emergency or unforeseen situations.
To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
To take part in the on -call / out of hours rota on a regular basis., In partnership with other professionals provide excellent patient care. This process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with the Trust policies.
Following training and reaching a satisfactory level of competence, will operate medical equipment pertaining to the Cath Lab.
Ensure that nursing documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).
To assist the catheter laboratory Lead nurse / Sister in implementing, evaluating and maintaining a departmental ethos and a standard approach to the delivery of excellent nursing care.

Working for our organisation
On 1st February 2021 the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals became part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust - a truly once-in a generation development. Together, we are taking our first steps towards our vision of creating a brand-new centre of excellence, which will be the global leader in the research into and treatment of heart and lung disease in patients from pre-birth to old age. We are developing some exciting plans and we want you to join us - so come and help to change the shape of healthcare for our heart and lung patients world-wide.
Harefield Hospital has 4 cath labs with a 3 bay Recovery Unit. Our Primary PCI service holds one of the fastest average door to balloon time in the UK and our service continues to expand. We also undertake a variety of complex procedures including TAVI, EP and Device implantations.
The cardiac catheter labs closely interact and liaise with the wards, theatres and ITU to provide a smooth journey for the patient. The team consists of cardiologists, radiographers, nurses, cardiac physiologists, and healthcare assistants.
The team and the work we undertake has expanded considerably in the past few years and we are now in need of some help with our administration.
If you are hard working, innovative, like a challenge and are keen to help develop this new role, then why not find out more., + The post holder will work closely with the cath lab manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the cath lab team. Also, act as a care team leader ensuring the needs of the patients are met.
+ Supporting and deputising for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the clinical management of the clinical area. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in conjunction with the cathlab sister/charge nurse in emergency or unforeseen situations.
+ To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
+ To take part in the on -call / out of hours rota on a regular basis.
+ The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment
+ To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area.
Main tasks & responsibilities:
Patient/customer care (both direct & indirect)
+ In partnership with other professionals provide excellent patient care. This process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with the Trust policies.
+ Following training and reaching a satisfactory level of competence, will operate medical equipment pertaining to the Cath Lab.
+ Ensure that nursing documentation is maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records).
+ To assist the catheter laboratory Lead nurse / Sister in implementing, evaluating and maintaining a departmental ethos and a standard approach to the delivery of excellent nursing care.
+ Ensure that nursing documentation, including care pathways, are maintained to the Trust standard (including electronic records) and implement nursing audit of records to measure and evaluate care planning.
+ Ability to take on the role of cath lab coordinator to ensure the smooth running of the daily cath lab lists (utilising the electronic scheduling system) on a regular basis.
+ Participate in conducting nursing audit to achieve the agreed standards.
+ In conjunction with the staff team contribute to developing and maintaining a department ethos and a standard approach to the delivery of excellent nursing care.
+ Provide a holistic approach to patient care and maintain excellent clinical standards of nursing practice. Within the ethos of the department using research and evidence based practice.
+ Under the supervision of the lead nurse contribute and participate to the process of setting goals and benchmarking standards of care. Collaborating with other members of the team to ensure the patients' needs are met to a consistently high standard.
+ Promote awareness and compliance amongst colleagues regarding Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards.
+ To actively participate in the Trust's framework of clinical governance within the ward or department area.
+ To provide a suitable and safe environment for the physical, psychological and spiritual well being for staff, patients/clients and their relatives/carers.
+ Have continuing responsibility for the provision of a suitable, clean, uncluttered and safe environment for the physical and psychological well-being of staff, patients/clients and their relatives. Identify clinical risks and ensure that appropriate action is taken under the supervision of the modern matron/catheter laboratory manager, in accordance with the Trust Risk Management policy.
+ Identify and report clinical risks and report to the cath lab manager/modern matron so that appropriate action can be taken in accordance with the Trust risk management policy.
+ Record and report all incidents/complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with Trust policies and assist in any investigations as required.
+ To occasionally take charge of the clinical area, utilising resources effectively. Ensuring that safe staffing levels are maintained.
+ To delegate tasks and activities to a range of team members in relation to patient care, for example when taking charge or as link nurse.
+ To actively promote a healthy lifestyle for patients and staff in line with national strategy requirements.
+ To work in all areas of the Catheter Lab suite including the Recovery area.
Communication
+ To demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/clients, visitors/relatives and colleagues - maintain good customer relations.
+ Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.
+ To promote a positive image of the Trust at all times.
+ To work cohesively with all members of the team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times
+ To deputies in the absence of the Catheter Laboratory Manager / Lead Nurse for the coordinating of catheter laboratory activity.
People management
+ Actively manage own annual leave in line with Trust and local Policy and Procedure
+ Participate in the programme for clinical supervision as required.
+ Maintain a personal, professional profile, identifying role and skill developments in line with the Scope of Professional Practice.
+ Participate in the Trusts appraisal and personal development plan schemes by meeting with the manager / lead nurse at least annually and to take and perform appraisals on a delegated group of staff and to ensure personal development plans for individuals.
+ To assist the lead nurse on planning, implementing and evaluating a programme for clinical supervision for all registered nurses, as required, working in the Ward/Department in line with Trust guidance.
Resource management
+ To work together with the team to ensure effective use of resources & adequate stock levels.
+ To Help and assist the Cathlab Manager / Lead Nurse to recruit, retain and select staff within the budgeted establishment.
+ To work with the Catheter Lab Manager / Lead Nurse and support staff during any change or redevelopment of practice or services within the Catheter Labs environment.
Service development
+ To contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive learning environment for colleagues, patients and visitors.
+ To participate in staff education and development, including orientation and supervision and act as a mentor and a resource for learners and the nursing team.
+ Be aware of the service delivery plans.
Policy development
+ Under the supervision of the department manager to work on delegated projects relating to local policy development.
+ Lead on delegated projects relating to local policy development.
+ To be actively involved in the implementation of Trust policies and procedures at ward / department level, reinforcing their use.
Information management
+ Participate in the collection of audit and research data as required.
+ Identify areas where local audit is needed, conduct the audit and analyse the data with support ensuring CQUIN targets are met.
+ To have an active and intranet and email account and adhere to the Trust's Information Service and Information Governance Policies.
+ Use data which will contribute to the improvement of patient care.
+ Use the Trust internet to enhance care and for professional development.
+ Undertake relevant training for electronic information systems in place and under development.
+ Following Trust/local guidelines to access results from the PAS system.
Further sections
+ To ensure all team members have a real voice in the development of the Cardiology service to patients/customers.
+ To maximise the potential of all team members especially junior colleagues.
+ To contribute to the appraisal of designated mentees by feeding back progress to the team leader.
+ To provide a safe and attractive working environment for team members within available resources
+ To represent the Trust at regional and national conferences and on working groups as appropriate.
Other duties
This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the post holder.
To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as requested.
Guy's and St Thomas' celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitable according to their needs. We are actively committed to ensuring that no one who applies for a job, works or study's at the Trust, or accesses our services is discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity , gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, or marital/civil partnership.
Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. Equality of opportunity is our policy.
As an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends.
Flexible working
We are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work life balance and to work in a way that is best for them and our patients. We will consider all requests to work flexibly, taking in to account the individual's personal circumstances as well the needs of the service. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the recruiting manager as part of the on-boarding process.
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Guy's and St Thomas' is among the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services.
Guy's is home to the largest dental school in Europe and a £160 million Cancer Centre opened in 2016. As part of our commitment to provide care closer to home, in 2017 we also opened a cancer centre and a kidney treatment centre at Queen Mary's Hospital in Sidcup. St Thomas' has one of the largest critical care units in the UK and one of the busiest emergency departments in London. It is also home to Evelina London Children's Hospital.
Evelina London cares for local children in Lambeth and Southwark and provides specialist services across south east England including cardiac, renal and critical care services. We lead a number of specialist service networks aiming to ensure children are treated locally where possible, but have access to specialist expertise when they need it. Our community services include health visiting, school nursing and support for families of children with long-term conditions.
Our adult community services teams deliver care at the heart of the local communities we serve, working in partnership with GPs, local authorities and other healthcare and voluntary sector organisations. Working with our partners in Lambeth and Southwark, we are focusing on new ways of working to improve care for local patients.
In February 2021 the Royal Brompton and Harefield joined Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, bringing together world-leading expertise in the care and research of heart and lung disease. Our merger provides a once in a generation opportunity to build a lasting, world-renowned heart and lung centre, providing the highest quality care for patients and conducting world-leading research.
We have a reputation for clinical excellence and high quality teaching and research. We are part of King's Health Partners, one of eight accredited UK academic health sciences centres. In partnership with King's College London we have dedicated clinical research facilities including an MHRA accredited Phase I clinical trials unit.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring the best possible patient experience as well as safe, high quality care. We are proud to have one of the lowest mortality rates in the NHS. Following a comprehensive Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection in 2019 we maintained our overall rating of 'good'. Our adult community services achieved a rating of 'outstanding'.
The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. The 2019 NHS staff survey results show that we have one of the most engaged and motivated workforces in the NHS. We know this has a positive impact on the care provided to our patients.
We have one of the most ambitious capital investment programmes anywhere in the NHS.