Job summary Clinical Nurse Specialist - Heart Function Band 6 / Band 7 (developmental role) Heart Failure is a complex clinical syndrome whose early diagnosis and evidence based management can have a profound impact on the quality of life of patients and their carers. Heart failure admissions account for 2% of all NHS bed days and are projected to rise by 50% over the next 25 years - largely as a result of the ageing population. The Royal Cornwall Hospital Heart Function Nursing service was launched in 2008 which provided clinical management advice primarily for patients who were admitted acutely with a primary diagnosis of Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD). This service has evolved to one which fully participates in the national heart failure audit and delivers: A 52 week a year in patient cover for patients who have been admitted with a primary diagnosis of Heart Failure. Education and advice regarding pharmacological, non-pharmacological and complex device management to patients and members of the MDT. Diagnostic, two & six week referral to review rapid access heart function clinic (as per NICE diagnostic pathway). Out patient elective DC Cardioversion and associated follow up. Follow up clinics for complex or high risk heart failure patients who require close clinical monitoring or focused medication optimisation. Main duties of the job An opportunity has arisen for a highly professional, compassionate, adaptable, focused and committed individual to join the team. The successful applicant will be registered with the NMC, and have substantive post registration experience within the speciality, will be able to provide evidence of personal and professional development and have the passion and drive to fully support further evolution of the service to meet the needs of our cardiac patients. Due to the specialist and educational nature of this role there will be an expectation that shortlisted candidates will deliver a short presentation and complete a 'priorities of care' scenario at interview. About us Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region. The Trust employs 5,000 staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods. The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community. Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £52,809 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 156-6904062 Job locations Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC registration Non-medical prescribing qualification or commitment to undertake Completion or commitment to undertake relevant extended role scope competencies, such as DC Cardioversion (including ALS) Desirable Educated to Masters level or equivalent University qualification in specialty Teaching/assessment/mentoring qualification Managerial experience/ leading a team. Experience Essential Recent relevant nursing experience within specialty. Audit or research experience Teaching and education experience Desirable Experience caring for patients with a heart failure diagnosis Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC registration Non-medical prescribing qualification or commitment to undertake Completion or commitment to undertake relevant extended role scope competencies, such as DC Cardioversion (including ALS) Desirable Educated to Masters level or equivalent University qualification in specialty Teaching/assessment/mentoring qualification Managerial experience/ leading a team. Experience Essential Recent relevant nursing experience within specialty. Audit or research experience Teaching and education experience Desirable Experience caring for patients with a heart failure diagnosis 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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)