* A motivated newly qualified or experienced band 5 nurse who is interested in Cardiac Medicine.
* A desire to further improve your cardiac knowledge.
Who we are:
The Cardiac Care Unit at the Royal Berkshire Hospital is an 18 bedded busy and dynamic acute unit within the cardiology department.
We offer high quality care to patients with a range of cardiology and acute conditions in a supportive, friendly and caring environment.
The Cardiac Care Unit has recently achieved Ward accreditation and has also been awarded the title of 'University Department of Cardiology', a reflection of excellent clinical care, teaching and research across the entire department.
Main duties of the job
What we offer:
* Friendly working environment with a compassionate team who will support your growth and development as a Staff Nurse.
* Ongoing professional education to help you expand your knowledge and skill set in addition to a comprehensive in-house development programme. This includes:
o ECG workshops.
o Scenario Training.
o In-depth drug knowledge and integrative team rounds.
o Critical Care Course.
o Opportunity to partake in activities across cardiology in the interests of developing yourself and your skills.
Job responsibilities
The post-holder is responsible for undertaking and recording a comprehensive nursing assessment and planning, delivering and evaluating high standards of evidenced based nursing care to a diverse group of patients.
Is expected to deliver care without direct supervision. Is accountable for the care delivered and any omissions of care.
Is expected to teach and supervise more junior staff, students and the non-registered nursing workforce.
Is accountable for care or any omissions of care that he/she delegates to others.
Is expected to act as role model, delivering care with empathy and compassion as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (Pt 1/12)
Experience
* Experience as student/Registered Nurse
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.
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