University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The Cardio Thoracic and Cardiology Nurse Case manager team is looking for an experienced nurse to join our friendly team of Nurse Practitioners. This is a progressive role starting at band 5 and on completion of a comprehensive training and development pathway you will automatically be promoted to band 6. The expected timeframe to undertake and complete relevant competencies is 6 months.
The nurse practitioners provide a pre-operative assessment service for patients undergoing Cardio Thoracic surgery and Cardiology interventions. The nurse practitioners liaise closely with Consultant surgeons, Anaesthetist and MDT teams across the regions to ensure quality care throughout the whole of the patients' journey.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you'll do:
Whilst you undertake your training as a band 5, you will undertake the History Taking and Physical Examination course and complete all relevant competencies along with speciality competencies in practice. During the training process you will complete ECG competencies for reading results and be confident in this role when take charge in future leadership. Once you are a fully competent band 6 Nurse Practitioner you will perform face to face and telephone assessments of patients who are due to have elective surgery, ensuring they are safe to proceed and optimised prior to surgery.
What we're looking for:
The post holder will ideally have experience of supporting patients with Cardiovascular & Thoracic disease within primary or secondary care. They will need to be adaptable and flexible and work in varied environments across organisational boundaries. You will require a flexible approach to working patterns and will be required to work to a rota.
As a Nurse Practitioner you will be expected to have excellent communication skills and promote the delivery of a high standard of patient-centered care.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training Required
Essential
* Registered Nurse on relevant part of the register
* Evidence of on-going personal development
* Degree qualification or relevant equivalent experience
* Willingness to undertake History Taking and Physical Assessment course within 6 months
* Willingness to undertake 50 Sign off and Thoracic competencies within 6 months
* Working towards completing Local Training for ECG competency in the area within 6 months
Desirable
* Management Experience / Course
* Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis course
* Recognized teaching / mentorship qualification
Previous or Relevant Experience Necessary
Essential
* Relevant post registration experience within a surgical setting
* Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
* Understanding of personal accountability
* Logical and consistent work and career pattern
Desirable
* Significant post registration experience within a surgical setting
* Evidence of clinical leadership and managerial ability
* Broad range of post registration experience including within a preoperative assessment setting
* Worked autonomously in previous clinical roles
Values & Behaviours
Essential
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD
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