University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, experienced band 5 nurse to join the cardiac catheter lab day unit. The Cath Lab Day Unit is open from 07:15 to 21:00, Monday to Friday, and supports a wide range of cardiovascular and thoracic day case admissions, through recovery and nurse led discharge. This is a full-time post and there is an expectation that a full range of shifts will be undertaken to cover the service, although we are open to discussing part time hours.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you will do:
You will work as part of a MDT and will be responsible for promoting high standards of nursing care which requires good communication to assist with the elective patient journey through the catheter labs and theatres. You will be caring for a range of patients undergoing a wide variety of procedures from admission, pre and post procedure care, GA recovery, and nurse led discharge. This will include cardiology, vascular, IR and thoracic patients and full training will be given in these specialities. The cardiac catheter lab and day unit is committed to education, and you will have the opportunity to attend the in-house Introduction to Cardiovascular Nursing course in addition to the opportunity to attend national conferences relating to Cardiology. What we are looking for:
We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate and ambitious nurses who have good initiative, great communication, enjoy change and expressing new ideas as well as delivering exemplary care. We would strongly recommend that you visit the department to gain a full understanding of the services we provide here for our patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Understanding of personal accountability Knowledge of own role within the team Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor Awareness of evidence-based practice Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control Evidence of on-going personal development Able to use initiative
Desirable
Evidence of recent study Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty Teaching experience
Values & Behaviours
Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-NM110125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, experienced band 5 nurse to join the cardiac catheter lab day unit. The Cath Lab Day Unit is open from 07:15 to 21:00, Monday to Friday, and supports a wide range of cardiovascular and thoracic day case admissions, through recovery and nurse led discharge. This is a full-time post and there is an expectation that a full range of shifts will be undertaken to cover the service, although we are open to discussing part time hours.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you will do:
You will work as part of a MDT and will be responsible for promoting high standards of nursing care which requires good communication to assist with the elective patient journey through the catheter labs and theatres. You will be caring for a range of patients undergoing a wide variety of procedures from admission, pre and post procedure care, GA recovery, and nurse led discharge. This will include cardiology, vascular, IR and thoracic patients and full training will be given in these specialities. The cardiac catheter lab and day unit is committed to education, and you will have the opportunity to attend the in-house Introduction to Cardiovascular Nursing course in addition to the opportunity to attend national conferences relating to Cardiology. What we are looking for:
We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate and ambitious nurses who have good initiative, great communication, enjoy change and expressing new ideas as well as delivering exemplary care. We would strongly recommend that you visit the department to gain a full understanding of the services we provide here for our patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Understanding of personal accountability Knowledge of own role within the team Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor Awareness of evidence-based practice Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control Evidence of on-going personal development Able to use initiative
Desirable
Evidence of recent study Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty Teaching experience
Values & Behaviours
Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-NM110125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
