Job summary Join Our Team as an Arrhythmia Specialist Nurse Are you ready to take your nursing career to the next level? The NCA has a rare opening for an Arrhythmia Specialist Nurse to join our established team of specialist cardiac nurses. This is your chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients with Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter. As a Specialist Nurse Practitioner, you'll work autonomously to provide expert assessments for patients referred for cardioversion. You'll also deliver cardioversion treatments, conduct pre-implant counselling for Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs), and manage de-activation of ICDs and Link Implant procedures. What We're Looking For: A dedicated professional with experience in arrhythmia care Strong communication skills to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working independently What We Offer: A supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits Flexibility to balance work and personal commitments If you're passionate about delivering exceptional cardiac care and ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a vital part of our cardiac care journey. Main duties of the job Are you a dedicated nurse ready to lead in a nurse-led arrhythmia service? We're seeking an Arrhythmia Specialist Nurse to make a difference in cardiac care. Key Responsibilities: Order and interpret cardiology investigations Develop tailored patient management plans based on evidence-based guidelines Work flexibly across NES sector hospitals (FGH/RI/ROH) and collaborate with a dynamic multidisciplinary team Liaise with Cardiologists for expert clinical support What We're Looking For: A Non-Medical Prescriber qualification A Level 7 clinical assessment qualification and advanced life support provider certification BHRS accreditation is a bonus, but we're open to candidates with significant coronary care experience willing to enhance their qualifications Why Join Us? Engage in exciting training and development opportunities, sharing your specialist knowledge in the assessment and management of cardiac arrhythmias Actively contribute to research, audits, and the growth of our Arrhythmia Service Play a pivotal role in developing evidence-based nursing practice to enhance patient outcomes Ready to elevate your nursing career? Apply now and be part of a team that prioritizes innovation and expertise in cardiac care. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 236-BCO-NM024-25 Job locations Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL7 9TD Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualification Essential RGN 1st Degree Evidence of post graduate learning at L7 Critical care L7 qualification NMP Qualification Advanced Clinical assessment qualification L7 ALS provider ECG course Desirable Willing to undertake Learning as required for the role BHRS accreditation Training, Skill and Experience Essential Significant post registration experience in coronary care setting Significant post registration experience in coronary care setting in a leadership role Experience of teaching clinical skills Experience of classroom/teams teaching/presenting Wide-ranging in-depth knowledge of clinical issues in CHD, Atrial fibrillation/Flutter, syncope, palpitation, CIEDs Significant Experience of working as an arrhythmia specialist nurse Understanding of Clinical Governance and Health & Safety issues Experience of clinical audit Willingness to work flexible shifts to deliver the service Expert ECG analysis skill Desirable Familiar with concept of Nurse led consent Good understanding of cardiac care development Skills Abilities Essential Utilise highly developed physical skills, dexterity, hand/eye co-ordination for clinical skills e.g., assembling clinical equipment, venepuncture, giving IV injections, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and defibrillation Be able to undertake patient observations and monitoring and use relevant equipment safely Ability to travel to different geographical locations across the Trust footprint in line with service needs Desirable Full UK driving license with willingness to use own car for work purposes Person Specification Qualification Essential RGN 1st Degree Evidence of post graduate learning at L7 Critical care L7 qualification NMP Qualification Advanced Clinical assessment qualification L7 ALS provider ECG course Desirable Willing to undertake Learning as required for the role BHRS accreditation Training, Skill and Experience Essential Significant post registration experience in coronary care setting Significant post registration experience in coronary care setting in a leadership role Experience of teaching clinical skills Experience of classroom/teams teaching/presenting Wide-ranging in-depth knowledge of clinical issues in CHD, Atrial fibrillation/Flutter, syncope, palpitation, CIEDs Significant Experience of working as an arrhythmia specialist nurse Understanding of Clinical Governance and Health & Safety issues Experience of clinical audit Willingness to work flexible shifts to deliver the service Expert ECG analysis skill Desirable Familiar with concept of Nurse led consent Good understanding of cardiac care development Skills Abilities Essential Utilise highly developed physical skills, dexterity, hand/eye co-ordination for clinical skills e.g., assembling clinical equipment, venepuncture, giving IV injections, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and defibrillation Be able to undertake patient observations and monitoring and use relevant equipment safely Ability to travel to different geographical locations across the Trust footprint in line with service needs Desirable Full UK driving license with willingness to use own car for work purposes 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL7 9TD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)