Staff Nurse

Job overview We are offering an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic and enthusiastic multi-disciplinary Cardiac Catheter Lab team at St Richard's Hospital. Our service runs Monday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00. As a department we are keen on the continued development of our service and our individual staff. Our lab offers diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures including angiography, pacemakers, internal defibrillators, cardiac resynchronisation therapy devices, TOEs, and cardioversions. The successful candidate will have post qualification cardiac experience; they must provide excellent standards of care and enjoy working in a busy environment. Previous Cath Lab experience is not essential as full training will be given. If you would like to find out more about joining our friendly Cardiac Catheter Lab team please contact us. Informal visits are welcome to meet the team and to see whether this speciality will suit you. ** THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST EMPLOYEES ** ​ Main duties of the job To set and maintain high standards of nursing practice.To provide a high standard of care for patients prior to, during and following procedure.To assist the day to day running of the Cardiac Catheter lab and Recovery Area.To assist the Cardiologist during diagnostic and investigative procedures.To be competent in pre-assessing patients; providing education and information specific to their procedures.To contribute to an effective learning environment and participate in own continual professional development. Working for our organisation At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) code of conduct.To be accountable for own professional practice.Ensure that all pre and post procedure treatment, plans and investigations are carried out as appropriate.Be aware of current research.Always maintain high level of patient care pre, peri and post procedures and ensure that treatment, care, and plans are carried out and handed over as appropriate.When required, to liaise and work collaboratively with other specialities to ensure the consistent management of patients.Provide individualised education and psychological support to patients and their relatives.Determine barriers to client education and/or health behaviour change.Ensure that privacy and dignity of patients is maintained when providing nursing care.Ensure that any safeguarding risks are escalated appropriately to enable investigation.Provide life support to standards set by the UK Resuscitation Council.Be competent to work in the Catheter Lab, supporting clinicians during their lists for a minimum of 75% of working hours.Ensure high standards of patient care and satisfaction. Engage in the Trust Friends and Family Test.Provide individualised education and psychological support to patients and their relatives.Take initiative and respond calmly to any emergency situations.Support discharge planning and patient flow.Use advanced skills to assess, develop and evaluate plans of care for patients with cardiology needs.Undertake clinical duties and act as an expert practitioner demonstrating specialist knowledge and skills to support patients and their relatives. Person specification Experience Essential criteria At least two year post registration experience Desirable criteria Experience in acute cardiology Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential criteria Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Important information for applicantsFlexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager. DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified. UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications