ACS Nurse Specialist

Provide specialist advice and support for cardiac surgical patients.

Manage an independent caseload, assessing, planning and evaluating care.

Make and receive referrals to support multidisciplinary care.

Support patients, relatives and carers with complex decision-making.

Deliver pre- and post-operative education sessions and support groups.

Present complex information clearly to patients and carers.

Monitor patient progress and maintain accurate clinical records.

Provide a confidential telephone advice service.

Promote patient independence through education and lifestyle advice.

Work with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure continuity of care.

Support staff induction, education and professional development.

Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and patient information resources.

Participate in audit, research and governance activities.

Deputise for the Lead Nurse as required.

Practise in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct.

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Qualifications

Essential: - Registered Nurse (NMC); - To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998.

Desirable: - 1st Degree or working towards

Experience

Essential: - Extensive relevant acute Cardiac Surgical experience in an NHS setting

Desirable: - Previous experience in a similar role; - Ward management experience at Band 5 level

Further Training

Desirable: - Counselling Course; - Education in management of long term conditions; - Post registration education in cardiac surgery

Special Skills/Aptitudes

Shortlisting

Essential: - Flexible; - Ability to problem solve