Registered Nurse Cardiac Cath Lab - INTERNAL

Job Overview

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD

THIS POST IS A SECONDMENT FOR 5 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER UNTIL 31.10.26

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated nurse to work at the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory as a Band 5 Registered Nurse.

We are seeking an enthusiastic nurse with a genuine interest in cardiology and intervention, keen to be involved in this expanding and dynamic service.

You should possess excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based nursing care, working collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

The candidate must be an excellent role model and be capable of building strong working relationships and be able to develop and support junior members of the team.

Main duties of the job

To admit, care for and discharge patients through their journey in the Cardiac Cath Lab. This entails preparing patients pre procedure and ensuring their aftercare post procedure on the ward; to scrub and run during their procedures in the Lab; and to pre-assess patients prior to their appointment.

The Cardiac Cath Lab team consists of Doctors, nurses, radiographers and cardiac physiologist who all work together to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for the patient. All the procedures carried out in the Cardiac Cath Lab require all disciplines to work together and the team is only as strong as it's weakest link, making this a team that works cohesively together, valuing and respecting one another.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Knowledge And Qualifications

Essential criteria

NMC registration Evidence of ongoing professional development ILS

Desirable criteria

Degree or working towards Coronary Care Course or equivilant ALS

Experience

Essential criteria

Experience of providing holistic nursing care Interest in developing nursing skills Cardiology Nursing

Desirable criteria

Clear understanding of clinical governance Implement evidence based practice Cath Lab experience

Skills And Competencies

Essential criteria

Clear understanding of contract of care Ability to document details clearly and accurately Clear understanding of consent process Basic IT skills Ability to perform ECG's Cannulation and Phlebotomy

Desirable criteria

Knowledge of incident reporting policy Awareness of Policies

Personal/Disposition

Essential Criteria

Ability to communicate effectively Ability to work under pressure

Desirable criteria

Welsh speaker