Job summary Acute Coronary Syndrome Lipid CNS Band 6 An exciting new opportunity has arisen within the Lipid Unit at University Hospital Llandough for a dynamic and motivated CNS, to work in collaboration with the cardiac OP team, for the implementation, development, and delivery a lipid service, in conjunction with the existing Post PCI clinic. Extensive cardiology knowledge and a keen interest in lipid management is essential. The successful candidate should be organised, efficient, and have excellent communication skills, to work collaboratively with the MDT. Main duties of the role: Initiate, facilitate and participate in the delivery of a new Lipid service clinic, in conjunction with the existing Post PCI clinics. Formulate/develop/implement care management pathways, protocols and guidelines. Provide teaching, support and supervision to other colleagues. MECC and encouraging healthy behaviour choices, to maximise clinical outcomes for patients Auditing, and improving service delivery We are able to offer a band 6 training position with the aim of successfully achieving competence This post is fixed term for 24 months to meet the needs of the service Main duties of the job The post holder should have an interest in cardiovascular health promotion, an understanding of Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH), and patients and their families requiring Lipid Management. The Lipid service is rapidly developing so we would welcome candidates who wish to develop their leadership skills and who would actively take a lead in lipoprotein treatments whilst continuing to develop the role of the CNS in delivering services including lipid management, non-medical prescribing, and research with the post PCI clinic. The successful candidate will assist in coordinating the Apheresis Programme, be involved in nurse-led cardiovascular genotyping clinics for FH, biochemistry testing, and PCSK9 inhibitor patient clinics. The post holder would also be required to possess competence in phlebotomy skills, have good interpersonal skills and be able to provide sound clinical advice to the patient population. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds. Date posted 10 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 001-NMR070-0425 Job locations University Hospital Llandough Penlan Road Penarth CF64 2XX Job description Job 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 Job description Job 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 Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (RN Adult) Current NMC Registration BSc Nursing Desirable MSc or willingness to work towards Experience Essential sufficient post registration experience Knowledge of cardiovascular and lipid conditions Knowledge of research and audit Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area Desirable Experience of providing specialised advice concerning care Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Commitment to developing clinical practice Excellentinterpersonal skills Effective teaching skills, use of IT systems Maintain their personal and organisational development Desirable Leadership skills Excellent counselling skills Experience in clinical audit Evidence of service improvement Evidence of change management Personal Qualities Essential Effective communication skills Motivated, proactive and innovative Shows respect to patients and team members Professional attitude to work Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (RN Adult) Current NMC Registration BSc Nursing Desirable MSc or willingness to work towards Experience Essential sufficient post registration experience Knowledge of cardiovascular and lipid conditions Knowledge of research and audit Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area Desirable Experience of providing specialised advice concerning care Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Commitment to developing clinical practice Excellentinterpersonal skills Effective teaching skills, use of IT systems Maintain their personal and organisational development Desirable Leadership skills Excellent counselling skills Experience in clinical audit Evidence of service improvement Evidence of change management Personal Qualities Essential Effective communication skills Motivated, proactive and innovative Shows respect to patients and team members Professional attitude to work 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 Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Address University Hospital Llandough Penlan Road Penarth CF64 2XX Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)