Nurse Consultant (Cardiology) (Ref: 247016)
Substantive
Full Time 36 hours per week
Band 8A - Salary Range £65,125 - £70,303 per annum
Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum
Relocation Assistance of up to £8,000 available
We are seeking a motivated, highly experienced cardiology nurse to lead, influence and deliver our cardiac services across NHS Shetland. The role is based in secondary care and outreach to primary care.
Responsibilities
* Lead the cardiac nursing team
* Ensure safe and effective evidence‑based, person‑centred cardiac care is delivered
* Deliver heart‑failure nurse‑led clinics
* Deliver cardiac rehabilitation
* Support the cardioversion service
* Develop and expand skills and knowledge base to an advanced level
Qualifications & Experience
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and teaching skills
* Enthusiasm to develop new ideas
* Proven evidence of professional development and advanced practice
* Determination, drive and commitment
* Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team setting across all settings
* Willingness to work at advanced level within this role
* Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to formal offer of employment
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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