Staff Nurse - Cardiac Catheter Labs

at  279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and compassionate nurse to join our well established Cardiac Catheter Lab nursing team. We have a friendly and growing multidisciplinary team, and are looking for someone who will be excited to support and work with their team, to advance the current service. Although prior Catheter Lab experience would be desired, we are also able to provide comprehensive in-house Cardiac Catheter Lab and recovery training from our dedicated team.
We have a a busy recovery day case area and two cardiac catheter labs. We provide both interventional and electrophysiology work and are looking to expand and develop our current service.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
The successful candidate will be expected to be an active member of the team to ensure the smooth day to day running of the Cardiac Catheter Lab and Day Case unit.
They will be a role model to all, setting and maintaining high standards of nursing care/practice in order to ensure that they are providing high-quality person-centred care.
The successful candidate will be expected to support the Cardiologist during diagnostic and investigative procedures and so keen interest in cardiology and a willingness to learn is essential.
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.
To assist in the day to day running of the Cardiac Catheter lab and day case area
To assist the Cardiologist during diagnostic and investigative procedures
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 in staff development and be committed to their own.
Good working relationship with in the multidisciplinary team
Adhere to the NMC code of conduct and confidentiality
Annual Performance Review
High standards of care to patients and relatives
To participate in standard setting and clinical audits within the framework of quality assurance
Development of staff, provide in house learning programme
Assist in the maintaining and controlling of stock levels
For further information please see the attached detailed job description and person specification

Please refer the Job description for details