Job overview
Heart Failure ANP
Department: Cardiology
Band7
Hours: 8 hours per week, Mondays and Wednesdays, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
The Heart Failure Service at Milton Keynes University Hospital is a dynamic service that cares for patients across the in-patient / outpatient pathway and in particular is dedicated to the management of patients presenting acutely to the Trust.
We are currently looking for a part time, Band 7 cardiac advanced nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist to join our established team. Ideally the hours will be split over 2 days Monday and Wednesday mornings, but there is the potential for candidates to work Monday one week and Wednesday the following week.
Your duties would include: assessing patients acutely within the trust, acting as an autonomous practitioner in outpatient clinics, and managing the diagnostic and treatment pathways for patients diagnosed with acute or chronic heart failure.
This exciting role will provide the successful candidate with a dynamic skill set and the opportunity to work within a multi-professional team to improve the care of the patients we serve. They should have proven experience of cardiology and experience in caring for Cardiology patients. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
If you are an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate leader with a history of professional leadership in nursing, we invite you to apply
Interview date: Week commencing 28.07.
Main duties of the job
The medicine division is a friendly dedicated team, who are committed to improving services for our patients. There is a strong emphasis on team support and development, with opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge, skills and managerial/leadership experience.
Please note that this post is subject to an initial probationary period of six months, extendable up to a period of 12 months. A DBS check may be required for new employees. MKUH promotes an inclusive workforce and proactively welcomes applications from underrepresented groups in our community.
If you are interested in applying and would like to organise an informal visit please contact Caroline Harrison or Karen Webb (Medical Matrons) on
Working for our organisation
This team always knows what their work responsibilities are, scoring 93%. (NHS Staff Survey )
1. Free on-site parking
2. Free refreshments
3. Great flexible working opportunities
4. Discounted gym membership
5. Lease car scheme
6. Generous annual leave and pension scheme
7. On site nursery (chargeable)
8. Extensive staff health and well-being programme
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
·The post holder will act as a highly visible resource for expertise in Cardiology nursing for all service users, demonstrating clinical competence and confidence using highly developed specialist knowledge and skills in a variety of clinical settings.
·To work independently and without direct supervision in a variety of settings Trust wide, including inpatient areas and outpatient clinics, demonstrating the ability to prioritise and manage workload.
Professional
·To be a point of contact and clinical expert for patients, relatives and clinician colleagues in conjunction and with the full support of the Consultant Cardiologists. The post holder will be expected to ensure that the patient receives the highest possible standard of evidence-based care in line with current NICE and ESC guidance on:-
oChronic heart failure in adults: Management
oMyocardial Infarction with ST segment elevation
oAcute Heart failure: Diagnosis and management
oEuropean Society of Cardiology Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure
oCardiovascular Risk assessment and management.
Clinical Duties
·Perform comprehensive patient assessments based on history taking and physical examination to arrive at an accurate nursing/medical diagnosis. Independently act accordingly – suggesting solutions, making recommendations and creating management plans.
·As appropriate, order diagnostics.
Prescribing
·To formulate and implement treatment plans utilising nurse prescribing skills, based on current evidence and expert clinical reasoning with a comprehensive understanding of available treatments to support an improvement in quality of life and or independence.
Staff management / leadership / training
·Develop patient education programmes and promote health education particularly in line with NICE guidance.
·Act as a role model demonstrating professional clinical leadership.
Managerial
·To maintain accurate and up-to-date records and reports of patients being treated in line with departmental standards and the appropriate professional body. Guidelines and standards for record keeping as per the current NMC Code of Conduct.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Person specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential criteria
9. NMC Registered General Nurse, educated to at least first degree level
10. Validated Post Graduate Qualification Level 6 or equivalent in Cardiac care – or equivalent
11. Preparation of Mentors course (ENB or equivalent)
12. Recognised prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake
13. Physical Examination and Health Assessment Course
14. Working towards or willingness to undertake Masters of Science programme
15. Knowledge & understanding of diagnosis and management of acute and chronic heart failure.
16. Good understanding of NSF- CHD, NICE & ESC guidelines and relevant quality standards and outcomes
17. Understanding of concepts of treatment and their application.
18. Importance of CPD
Desirable criteria
19. Chronic heart failure module or equivalent or willingness to undertake
20. Palliative Care in heart failure module
21. Advanced Life Support Provider
Experience
Essential criteria
22. Proven experience of managing patients with heart failure
23. Working autonomously and within MDT
24. 3 years clinical experience at band 6 or above in Cardiology
Desirable criteria
25. Management /supervision of other staff or students
26. Undertaken clinical audit, quality assurance projects into clinical effectiveness and changing practice to meet standards
Skills
Essential criteria
27. Able to work independently and under pressure
28. Excellent time management, prioritisation & organisational skills
29. Very good clinical reasoning/decision making
30. Excellent written & verbal communication skills, including breaking bad news/ counselling course
31. Excellent team worker with leadership skills
32. Ability to evaluate own performance, recognises own limitations
33. Awareness of professional responsibilities to self and others
34. Ability to respond rapidly to changes both clinically and operationally
35. Ability to demonstrate a safe and supportive working environment
36. IT literate
37. ALS/ILS provider
Desirable criteria
38. Ability to teach & assess in a variety of settings to various audiences
Personal and people development
Essential criteria
39. Act as a professional role model and as a good team player
40. Highly motivated and proactive
41. Able to deliver and receive constructive feedback
42. Ability to work flexibly to meet the demand
43. A strong interest in meeting the nursing needs of patients with acute and chronic heart failure
Communication
Essential criteria
44. Advanced clear style
45. Self -awareness
46. Aware of impact of own words/style
47. Excellent written and documentation style
48. Ability to communicate with all clinical groups of staff to achieve patient care of a high standard
Specific requirements
Essential criteria
49. Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
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