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Job Description
Are you an experienced Cath Lab nurse looking to develop your skills and knowledge in interventional cardiology, structural Heart and complex pacing and EP?
Brighton Cath Lab is the place for you.
Join us in delivering exceptional patient treatment and care, advancing your career in a dynamic and innovative environment. As a busy leading research centre, you will contributing to specialised expertise in advanced cardiovascular care. Wehave a reputation worldwide for clinical, teaching and research excellence.
With a strong emphasis on Teamwork and diverse culture in our cath lab we are enhancing collaboration and bring a unique perspective to patient care.
We are a busy tertiary centre, which incorporates an extensive referral area, offering a 24 hour Primary Myocardial Infarction service. The Cath labs consists of 3 Cath Labs, 1 hybrid theatre and has been steadily expanding over the years achieving a high profile within the organisation due to the provision of excellent standards of patient care and the delivery of a world class service.
We offer a full development programme includingpost grade university modules at Brighton University. Opportunities to develop skills in teaching on the introduction to Cardiology and develop skills in co-ordinating the Cath labs and Team Management.
Main duties of the job
Clinical skills desired for this post or training will be provided:
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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 Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - 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
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must enjoy working in a busy environment and be a true team player. The job can be physically demanding and you must be able to stand for long periods in the lab wearing lead protection. Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential. Working alongside the current Band 6 and Band 7 team you will help mould the future development of the service to include provision of 24/7 primary PCI. The role will involve participation in the 24/7 Primary PCI service with an on-call commitment at least once a week.
The clinical environment can be challenging and rapidly changing with high acuity patients. The nursing staff work closely alongside the multidisciplinary team to provide high standards of evidence-based care. There is a strong focus on developing clinical practice and professional development. Training will be provided, and further academic study is encouraged and supported.
Person Specification
Experience in Cath Lab
Essential
Desirable
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
279-6095086-APR24
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Brighton Cath Lab is the place for you.
Join us in delivering exceptional patient treatment and care, advancing your career in a dynamic and innovative environment. As a busy leading research centre, you will contributing to specialised expertise in advanced cardiovascular care. Wehave a reputation worldwide for clinical, teaching and research excellence.
With a strong emphasis on Teamwork and diverse culture in our cath lab we are enhancing collaboration and bring a unique perspective to patient care.
We are a busy tertiary centre, which incorporates an extensive referral area, offering a 24 hour Primary Myocardial Infarction service. The Cath labs consists of 3 Cath Labs, 1 hybrid theatre and has been steadily expanding over the years achieving a high profile within the organisation due to the provision of excellent standards of patient care and the delivery of a world class service.
We offer a full development programme includingpost grade university modules at Brighton University. Opportunities to develop skills in teaching on the introduction to Cardiology and develop skills in co-ordinating the Cath labs and Team Management.
Main duties of the job
Clinical skills desired for this post or training will be provided:
- Competent in ECG recognition
- ILS provider
- Intravenous cannulation
- Administration of medication and treatments within Procedures for the Ordering, Prescribing and Administration of Medication Guidelines
- Administration and management of conscious sedation.
- Enhanced levels of manual dexterity and accuracy pertaining to clinical skills
- Competence in providing second operator role in cardiac catheterisation and coronary angioplasty
- Participation in PCI (Primary Coronary Intervention) on call service.
- Effective communication skills, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised
- Ability to disseminate contentious and delicate information appropriately and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to recognise deteriorating patients and escalate or support accordingly
- Enhanced IT skills
- able to coordinate cath labs and take charge with good communication skills
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. 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 Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - 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
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must enjoy working in a busy environment and be a true team player. The job can be physically demanding and you must be able to stand for long periods in the lab wearing lead protection. Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential. Working alongside the current Band 6 and Band 7 team you will help mould the future development of the service to include provision of 24/7 primary PCI. The role will involve participation in the 24/7 Primary PCI service with an on-call commitment at least once a week.
The clinical environment can be challenging and rapidly changing with high acuity patients. The nursing staff work closely alongside the multidisciplinary team to provide high standards of evidence-based care. There is a strong focus on developing clinical practice and professional development. Training will be provided, and further academic study is encouraged and supported.
Person Specification
Experience in Cath Lab
Essential
- Cardiac Cath Lab experience
- NMC Registration
Desirable
- Post qualification experience in an acute setting
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
279-6095086-APR24