Job summary Within Cardiology we have expanded our Heart Attach Unit and Cardiac Day ward resulting in additional Advance Practitioners posts. We are seeking experienced band 6 (trainee post) or Band 7 nurse. The successful candidates will work on a rota and cover Cardiology ward areas clerking and discharging patients, cannulation, phlebotomy, prescribing, active ward round participant and working in collaboration with Consultants in outpatient clinics Successful candidates will be expected to compose electronic discharge amongst other extended roles affiliated with the four pillars of advanced practice. Experience in the role and a completed nurse prescribers course. We have a very well established Nurse Practitioners service currently with sixteen members of staff in post but are looking to further develop and expand our current team.. The post holders work long days and cover weekends but do not cover night duties so if you are looking for a new and exciting challenge as well as a new development to your existing nursing practice please apply. Main duties of the job The advanced clinical practitioner is an experienced registered healthcare professional with specialist skills to assess and treat patients and manage the clinical environment, in collaboration with the management and consultant team. The advanced clinical practitioner will act as an autonomous practitioner in forming clinical decisions and complex management plans in the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of patients. In conjunction with other senior healthcare professionals in the team formulate the development of clinical guidance for all aspects of clinical practice. The ANP (ACP) will join an existing team of established practitioners. The post holder will work across directorate and professional boundaries, encouraging inter-disciplinary working for the benefit of improved patient outcomes and efficient use of resources. The trainee post holder will be working towards a non-medical independent prescriber qualification and will take over roles previously undertaken by junior medical staff. About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year pa inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-WCCS-1889 Job locations Hammersmith Hospital London W12 0HS Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse (NMC) Evidence of accredited post registration level 3 education development in relevant subject Evidence of Independent prescribing qualification (or willingness of working towards) Physical Assessment qualification (or working towards ) Desirable Degree Relevant Post basic course Teaching qualification Experience Essential Recent & Significant post registration nursing experience of caring for patients with cardiac disease. Excellent Understanding and experience in recognition of cardiac emergencies. Knowledge of related government guidance and policy Desirable Database management Presentation skills Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential Evidence of developing relevant clinical expertise Computer Literacy Ability to work quickly and flexibly with competing priorities and in complex situation Excellent organisational skills Physical assessment Desirable Research experience Involvement in relevant professional networks/group Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse (NMC) Evidence of accredited post registration level 3 education development in relevant subject Evidence of Independent prescribing qualification (or willingness of working towards) Physical Assessment qualification (or working towards ) Desirable Degree Relevant Post basic course Teaching qualification Experience Essential Recent & Significant post registration nursing experience of caring for patients with cardiac disease. Excellent Understanding and experience in recognition of cardiac emergencies. Knowledge of related government guidance and policy Desirable Database management Presentation skills Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential Evidence of developing relevant clinical expertise Computer Literacy Ability to work quickly and flexibly with competing priorities and in complex situation Excellent organisational skills Physical assessment Desirable Research experience Involvement in relevant professional networks/group 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 Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address Hammersmith Hospital London W12 0HS Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)