Job summary The post holder will work as an autonomous specialist nurse practitioner in the Rapid Access Chest pain clinic. Using specialized skills and knowledge to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients to facilitate early diagnosis, investigation and treatments. Main duties of the job They will triage patient referrals to the Rapid Access Chest pain service these referrals are received from GP or ED, then liase with TAC to organise clinic appointments ensuring they are seen promptly within the National required time frame of 14 days. They will request relevant tests, prescribe medications if necessary and make onward referrals. The post holder will respond to test results and communicate these to the patient, GP and other health care professionals. They will provide education and advice to ensure the patient is engaged with their treatment plan. they will work within the multidisciplinary team. Provision of an weekly MDT with Consultant Cardiologist takes place weekly. They will be involved in the development of policies and participate in audits, clinical governacne and research. About us BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings. The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500 beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge. Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital. We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team. With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be. We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can BeKnown for whoever you are. Join us. What will you BeKnown for? Date posted 17 December 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 179-6708399-M Job locations West Suffolk Foundation trust Hardwick Lane Bury St Edmunds IP33 2QZ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role and the person specification. STAFF CAR PARKING Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30. For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website. This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role. The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role and the person specification. STAFF CAR PARKING Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30. For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website. This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role. The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential NMC Registration Level 1 Recognised post registration cardiac course ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of continuous professional Development ILS Provider Degree qualification Physical Examination Skills Independent Nurse Prescribing (or working towards) Desirable ALS Provider Working to a Masters qualification or willingness to undertake Experience and knowledge Essential Minimum 3 years cardiac experience Band 6 experience Patient case load Management Teaching /Presenting Desirable Change management Project Work Skills and abilities Essential Excellent communication skills IT literate Able to influence others Able to manage change Presentation skills Research aware Sound ECG Interpretation Cannulation and venepuncture Personal qualities Essential Expert role model Commitment to delivering high quality service Able to work independently Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential NMC Registration Level 1 Recognised post registration cardiac course ENB 998 or equivalent Evidence of continuous professional Development ILS Provider Degree qualification Physical Examination Skills Independent Nurse Prescribing (or working towards) Desirable ALS Provider Working to a Masters qualification or willingness to undertake Experience and knowledge Essential Minimum 3 years cardiac experience Band 6 experience Patient case load Management Teaching /Presenting Desirable Change management Project Work Skills and abilities Essential Excellent communication skills IT literate Able to influence others Able to manage change Presentation skills Research aware Sound ECG Interpretation Cannulation and venepuncture Personal qualities Essential Expert role model Commitment to delivering high quality service Able to work independently 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 West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Address West Suffolk Foundation trust Hardwick Lane Bury St Edmunds IP33 2QZ Employer's website https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)