The post holder will work as a skilled practitioner under the supervision of the band 7 ANP, part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care to elective and emergency patients cared for in cardiology inpatient areas. The post holder will work across divisional and professional boundaries, encouraging inter-disciplinary working for the benefit of improved patient outcomes and efficient use of resources.
Main duties of the job
* Demonstrate specialist knowledge of a wide range of cardiac interventions and specialist treatments in order to provide information to staff and patients, contributing to the informed consent process.
* Demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills relating to the impact of patient condition and co-morbidities in terms of outcomes and level of care required.
* To liaise with appropriate departmental staff and discharge team to optimise smooth transition of cardiology patients from pre-screening or admission to discharge home.
* Maintain a clean, safe environment ensuring adherence to Trust standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control at all times.
* To involve patient/user views in the development and evaluation of the cardiology advanced nurse practitioner role.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
* Registered Nurse (Adult), with current NMC Registration.
* Degree in nursing or health related subject.
* Relevant accredited post registration course at degree level or above.
* Qualification in Teaching and Assessing.
* Evidence of masters level academic study or willingness to work towards Masters (in relevant health related subject).
* Clinical patient assessment module (Such as PACR).
Desirable
* Management qualification.
* Non-Medical Prescribing.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Highly effective communication skills - verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives including in situations of conflict or distress.
* Strong organisational skills - prioritising complex situations.
* Demonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality.
* Clinical expert in defined area of work.
* Able to advise on and implement improvements to the quality and efficiency of care for patients.
* Ability to act as facilitator, mentor and supervisor to colleagues.
* Flexibility, adaptability to meet needs of a changing service.
* Ability to cope with emotional issues presented in the course of work, and to support others.
* Knowledge of national and local specialty specific issues.
* Information technology skills.
* Commitment to the development and provision of high quality nursing care.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
* Thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within specialty area.
* Significant relevant clinical experience.
* Substantial current specialty experience.
* Evidence of recent teaching experience.
* Experience of undertaking research or audit projects.
Desirable
* Experience and knowledge of advanced practice/protocols.
Aptitudes
Essential
* The ability to lead and influence change.
* Initiative.
* Able to gain credibility with and influence colleagues including influencing clinical changes where appropriate.
* Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Heart Institute
Terrell St
Bristol
BS2 8ED
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