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
Triage patient referrals to the Rapid Access Chest Pain service, received from GP or ED, and liaise with TAC to organize clinic appointments ensuring they are seen promptly within the National required time frame of 14 days. Request relevant tests, prescribe medications if necessary, and make onward referrals. Respond to test results and communicate these to the patient, GP, and other healthcare professionals. Provide education and advice to ensure the patient is engaged with their treatment plan. Work within the multidisciplinary team, with a weekly MDT with Consultant Cardiologist. Participate in the development of policies, audits, clinical governance, and research.
About us
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. The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services with over 500 beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
We strive to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients, guided by our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety, and teamwork. With nearly 5,000 staff, we promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyone's voice counts.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role and the person specification.
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 Master's 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
Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk Foundation Trust Hardwick Lane Bury St Edmunds IP33 2QZ
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main duties of the job
Triage patient referrals to the Rapid Access Chest Pain service, received from GP or ED, and liaise with TAC to organize clinic appointments ensuring they are seen promptly within the National required time frame of 14 days. Request relevant tests, prescribe medications if necessary, and make onward referrals. Respond to test results and communicate these to the patient, GP, and other healthcare professionals. Provide education and advice to ensure the patient is engaged with their treatment plan. Work within the multidisciplinary team, with a weekly MDT with Consultant Cardiologist. Participate in the development of policies, audits, clinical governance, and research.
About us
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. The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services with over 500 beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
We strive to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients, guided by our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety, and teamwork. With nearly 5,000 staff, we promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyone's voice counts.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role and the person specification.
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 Master's 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
Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk Foundation Trust Hardwick Lane Bury St Edmunds IP33 2QZ
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
