Job summary We are seeking an enthusiastic Cardiac Nurse to join our busy community Heart Failure team to help us provide exceptional patient-centred care. You will work within our specialist service playing a crucial role in patient assessments and supporting the delivery of individualised management plans at home or in clinic settings. As part of a skill mixed team you will be committed to the keeping patients out of hospital and in their preferred place of care. Youll work closely with a skill mixed specialist team to provide holistic care, education, and support to patients and their families. Your expertise will help improve patient outcomes, enhance quality of life and the patient experience. Main duties of the job To work in partnership with the Heart Failure Specialist Nurses in providing specialised evidence based care in accordance with the clinical management plan as directed from the HFSNs assessment. The aim is to provide care and interventions until the patient reaches stability. To work independently managing a caseload of Amber patients and prioritising clinical need by using specialist assessment skills and evaluations. To assist in the promotion of early identification and interventions to reduce episodes of decompensation by working closely with the HFSN and responding proactively to changes in condition and symptoms of fluid retention. About us The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall. But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making. All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence. Certificates of Sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. Date posted 20 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9165-24-11-004 Job locations Rotherham Community Health Centre Greasbrough Road Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 1RY Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities. Person Specification Experience Essential Substantial post registration cardiac experience and understanding of cardiac conditions Evidence of proactive involvement in the teaching and mentorship of learners Desirable Experience delivering community based cardiac care Pin Essential Current NMC Registration Qualifications Essential First degree in nursing or an equivalent portfolio of evidence Teaching/assessing qualification Desirable Non-medical prescriber or willingness to work towards Advanced Physical assessment and consultation skills or willingness to undertake Post basic qualification in cardiac related subject/ heart failure Specialist training relevant to role (or willingness to undertake); Cannulation/venepuncture ECG and interpretation Knowledge Essential Relevant learning beyond registration Specialist up to date expertise acquired from theory acquired through CPD Knowledge of local policies, practices and procedures within specialist area and a good understanding of national strategic context of the NHS and knowledge of NICE guidelines. Desirable Understanding of community working Person Specification Experience Essential Substantial post registration cardiac experience and understanding of cardiac conditions Evidence of proactive involvement in the teaching and mentorship of learners Desirable Experience delivering community based cardiac care Pin Essential Current NMC Registration Qualifications Essential First degree in nursing or an equivalent portfolio of evidence Teaching/assessing qualification Desirable Non-medical prescriber or willingness to work towards Advanced Physical assessment and consultation skills or willingness to undertake Post basic qualification in cardiac related subject/ heart failure Specialist training relevant to role (or willingness to undertake); Cannulation/venepuncture ECG and interpretation Knowledge Essential Relevant learning beyond registration Specialist up to date expertise acquired from theory acquired through CPD Knowledge of local policies, practices and procedures within specialist area and a good understanding of national strategic context of the NHS and knowledge of NICE guidelines. Desirable Understanding of community working 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. 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. 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 The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Address Rotherham Community Health Centre Greasbrough Road Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 1RY Employer's website https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)