Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, dynamic, enthusiastic and experienced Cardiac Nurse to join the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service at King's College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital. The Cardiac Health and Rehabilitation team includes specialist nurses, exercise specialist and admin support. We offer the highest standard of evidence-based patient focused care by promoting cardiac health, general well-being and positive lifestyle changes to patients post cardiac event or cardiac intervention Main duties of the job We are looking for a well-organised Nurse who can take on their own caseload and work within the team ensuring quality care for our patients. You should possess experience in the care of cardiac patients, preferably backed by a relevant post-qualification course. You should be able to demonstrate the ability to impart complex information to patients, relatives and carers, with different levels of understanding and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work within a dynamic forward-thinking team. A keen interest in assisting patients with the physical, psychological and social aspects to their recovery is important for this role. Our aim is for our patients to enjoy an improved quality of life by giving them the tools to understand and manage their cardiac condition. The successful applicant will assist with provision of rehabilitation exercise sessions, clinics, and patient education. We offer individualised advice, support and information to patients and their careers in both inpatient and outpatient settings. We have close working links with our Heart Failure service, ACS team and deliver bespoke rehabilitation programmes to this complex set of patients. We would anticipate the successful applicant would share our enthusiasm to explore new and innovative ways of working within these specialities. About us The Princess Royal University Hospital in Bromley is part of the King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust which is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, including specialist services at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level. Date posted 07 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year Per Annum Including High Cost Area Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-NUR-PRUH-6904947 Job locations Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Job description Job responsibilities Detailed job description and main responsibilities To assist in providing an integrated cardiac rehabilitation (CR) service primarily for residents within Southwark and Lambeth, linking closely with primary care and community-based services To work as a specialist practitioner managing own caseload of cardiac patients. To provide a high-quality holistic service including rehabilitation advice, behaviour change support and education for cardiac patients and their families. A flexible approach to team working, with the need to see cardiology, cardiac surgery or heart failure patients as required. To provide evidence-based care in line with current research, NACR, BACPR and cardiac rehabilitation guidelines. To maintain clear lines of communication with primary healthcare teams to facilitate the continuity of care for CHD patients in the community. Work collaboratively with other specialist cardiac teams at PRUH including the Heart Failure team. To provide comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation in the form of education and support to patients with CHD at Kings College Hospital. This includes inpatient ward visits and outpatient clinical review. To provide support to patients and their families following diagnosis and during recovery phase. To undertake cardiac risk factor assessments and assist patients with behaviour change by using motivational communication skills. To effectively and efficiently manage own patient caseload under minimal supervision. To assist in arranging and managing the cardiac health programme of education, exercise and relaxation for patients post cardiac event. To undertake appropriate clinics and write letters to relevant teams To be able to assess a patient and be willing to undertake advanced assessment training if needed. To provide telephone support to patients, relatives/carers and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner. To maintain accurate records of care both written and within computerised systems. To promote the interface between hospital-based services and community based / primary care service for Cardiology and Heart Failure patients. To liaise with local community, social services, leisure services and voluntary organisations as appropriate. To attend all relevant team meetings and actively contribute. To ensure all care is given in accordance with agreed protocols. To actively involve service users in providing feedback of their experience of the current service and suggestions for improvements. To act as a resource to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the MDT, patients and relatives. Education and Research To provide accurate written and oral information for patients and carers about all aspects of cardiac rehabilitation and cardiac care, to help patients make informed choices as to their treatment plan and continuing management. To participate in the delivery of the health education component of the cardiac rehabilitation programme. To actively participate in educational events provided by the trust and Primary Care sector. To attend meetings and conferences as appropriate ensuring that you are fully conversant with current issues within the trust and within cardiac rehabilitation. To participate in clinical audit within the team as directed and entry of accurate data for local and national databases including NACR. To participate in any appropriate/relevant trust approved research or projects conducted within the team. To be aware of and actively apply nursing research and evidence-based practice relevant to cardiac rehabilitation. To work with other staff in clinical areas where changes to practice are required, also where opportunities exist to improve treatment and support for patient. Management To participate in any local change programmes to improve standards and communication links from acute trust through to Primary Care. Network with the team of clinical nurse specialists within the trust and other cardiac rehabilitation centres to evaluate and promote the specialist-nursing role. To keep accurate patient data, via the data information system to aid audit and to maintain accurate treatment records Personal Professional Development To achieve a range of clinical competencies as required within the team, such as assisting with the exercise programme and undertaking relevant training. To keep up to date with current literature and research within cardiac rehabilitation. To maintain your own personal and professional development in accordance with local and national regulatory requirements, including attending mandatory study sessions as required. To undergo and actively participate in your own performance appraisal. General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. Job description Job responsibilities Detailed job description and main responsibilities To assist in providing an integrated cardiac rehabilitation (CR) service primarily for residents within Southwark and Lambeth, linking closely with primary care and community-based services To work as a specialist practitioner managing own caseload of cardiac patients. To provide a high-quality holistic service including rehabilitation advice, behaviour change support and education for cardiac patients and their families. A flexible approach to team working, with the need to see cardiology, cardiac surgery or heart failure patients as required. To provide evidence-based care in line with current research, NACR, BACPR and cardiac rehabilitation guidelines. To maintain clear lines of communication with primary healthcare teams to facilitate the continuity of care for CHD patients in the community. Work collaboratively with other specialist cardiac teams at PRUH including the Heart Failure team. To provide comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation in the form of education and support to patients with CHD at Kings College Hospital. This includes inpatient ward visits and outpatient clinical review. To provide support to patients and their families following diagnosis and during recovery phase. To undertake cardiac risk factor assessments and assist patients with behaviour change by using motivational communication skills. To effectively and efficiently manage own patient caseload under minimal supervision. To assist in arranging and managing the cardiac health programme of education, exercise and relaxation for patients post cardiac event. To undertake appropriate clinics and write letters to relevant teams To be able to assess a patient and be willing to undertake advanced assessment training if needed. To provide telephone support to patients, relatives/carers and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner. To maintain accurate records of care both written and within computerised systems. To promote the interface between hospital-based services and community based / primary care service for Cardiology and Heart Failure patients. To liaise with local community, social services, leisure services and voluntary organisations as appropriate. To attend all relevant team meetings and actively contribute. To ensure all care is given in accordance with agreed protocols. To actively involve service users in providing feedback of their experience of the current service and suggestions for improvements. To act as a resource to others, providing accurate information, advice and support to the MDT, patients and relatives. Education and Research To provide accurate written and oral information for patients and carers about all aspects of cardiac rehabilitation and cardiac care, to help patients make informed choices as to their treatment plan and continuing management. To participate in the delivery of the health education component of the cardiac rehabilitation programme. To actively participate in educational events provided by the trust and Primary Care sector. To attend meetings and conferences as appropriate ensuring that you are fully conversant with current issues within the trust and within cardiac rehabilitation. To participate in clinical audit within the team as directed and entry of accurate data for local and national databases including NACR. To participate in any appropriate/relevant trust approved research or projects conducted within the team. To be aware of and actively apply nursing research and evidence-based practice relevant to cardiac rehabilitation. To work with other staff in clinical areas where changes to practice are required, also where opportunities exist to improve treatment and support for patient. Management To participate in any local change programmes to improve standards and communication links from acute trust through to Primary Care. Network with the team of clinical nurse specialists within the trust and other cardiac rehabilitation centres to evaluate and promote the specialist-nursing role. To keep accurate patient data, via the data information system to aid audit and to maintain accurate treatment records Personal Professional Development To achieve a range of clinical competencies as required within the team, such as assisting with the exercise programme and undertaking relevant training. To keep up to date with current literature and research within cardiac rehabilitation. To maintain your own personal and professional development in accordance with local and national regulatory requirements, including attending mandatory study sessions as required. To undergo and actively participate in your own performance appraisal. General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. Person Specification Educational Achievements/ Qualifications Essential 1st level Registered general Nurse Current UK BLS provider or become BLS provider if successful Further professional studies relevant to the clinical area Desirable Relevant post-registration cardiac qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential Significant experience in critical care and patient assessment. Demonstrable interest in and commitment to the professional development of others. Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and oneself. Awareness and understanding of current health issues and to demonstrate a good understanding of the NHS Plan and recent initiatives. Desirable Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment An understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management. Skills and Competencies Essential Ability to organise and manage day to day departmental activities and the activities of large multidisciplinary team within this. Communication skills - able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and can work with and through others. Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results. Problem solving skills - able to respond to unexpected issues and provide first line response and to identify appropriate sources of secondary support. Flexibility - Able to adapt to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing situations and environments. Person Specification Educational Achievements/ Qualifications Essential 1st level Registered general Nurse Current UK BLS provider or become BLS provider if successful Further professional studies relevant to the clinical area Desirable Relevant post-registration cardiac qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential Significant experience in critical care and patient assessment. Demonstrable interest in and commitment to the professional development of others. Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and oneself. Awareness and understanding of current health issues and to demonstrate a good understanding of the NHS Plan and recent initiatives. Desirable Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment An understanding of HR processes and issues pertaining to staff management. Skills and Competencies Essential Ability to organise and manage day to day departmental activities and the activities of large multidisciplinary team within this. Communication skills - able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and can work with and through others. Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results. Problem solving skills - able to respond to unexpected issues and provide first line response and to identify appropriate sources of secondary support. Flexibility - Able to adapt to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing situations and environments. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)