Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses to come and join our Cardiac team.
The Cardiac Centre comprises of a CCU (Cardiac Care Unit), Cardiac Ward and Catheterisation Lab, (where diagnostic angiograms are performed and pacemakers inserted) and a Recovery area.
The ward has 22 beds with 7 of these having bedside monitors. The Cardiac ward is also responsible for providing and monitoring patients on Telemetry across the Trust.
The Band 5 posts will provide an opportunity for the successful candidates to rotate through the various areas enabling them to develop a range of skills and experiences.
Although previous cardiology or scrub nurse experience would be an advantage, we welcome applicants from those with an interest in cardiology who are willing to develop and take on new skills.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a passionate staff nurse to join our team.
The cardiac ward looks after patients with a variety of different cardiac conditions.
The role will include taking responsibility for the safe and effective delivery of care for a number of patients supported by the ward senior team.
For more information or a ward tour please contact Hayley on
About us
#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
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. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Details
Date posted
23 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
M
Job locations
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description for full details of role and personal specification
STAFF CAR PARKING
Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30.
For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website.
This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description for full details of role and personal specification
STAFF CAR PARKING
Staff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30.
For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website.
This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
* NMC Registration or Newly Qualified
* Evidence of ongoing professional development.
* BLS trained
* Preparation for Mentorship
Desirable
* Recognised post-registration cardiac course or willing to undertake.
* Teaching qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent.
* ILS.
Experience and knowledge
Essential
* Acute NHS general nursing experience.
* Interest and insight into cardiac nursing.
Desirable
* Previous theatre/scrub nurse work.
* Previous Cardiology nursing experience.
Personal qualities
Essential
* Evidence of good attendance and time keeping and attendance.
* Team player.
* Communication skills.
* Organisational skills.
* Calm under pressure.
* Committed to delivering a high-quality service.
* Ability to show empathy and compassion to patients and relatives.
* Flexible approach to working hours and duties.
Research/Audit
Essential
* Research aware
* Awareness of current political/professional issues
Desirable
* Experience in audit/research activities
Skills and abilities
Essential
* ECG recording.
* IT skills.
* IV drug administration.
* Good communication skills.
Desirable
* ECG interpretation.
* Cardiac Monitoring.
* Cannulation.
* Venepuncture.
* Defibrillation.
* IV drug administration.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
* NMC Registration or Newly Qualified
* Evidence of ongoing professional development.
* BLS trained
* Preparation for Mentorship
Desirable
* Recognised post-registration cardiac course or willing to undertake.
* Teaching qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent.
* ILS.
Experience and knowledge
Essential
* Acute NHS general nursing experience.
* Interest and insight into cardiac nursing.
Desirable
* Previous theatre/scrub nurse work.
* Previous Cardiology nursing experience.
Personal qualities
Essential
* Evidence of good attendance and time keeping and attendance.
* Team player.
* Communication skills.
* Organisational skills.
* Calm under pressure.
* Committed to delivering a high-quality service.
* Ability to show empathy and compassion to patients and relatives.
* Flexible approach to working hours and duties.
Research/Audit
Essential
* Research aware
* Awareness of current political/professional issues
Desirable
* Experience in audit/research activities
Skills and abilities
Essential
* ECG recording.
* IT skills.
* IV drug administration.
* Good communication skills.
Desirable
* ECG interpretation.
* Cardiac Monitoring.
* Cannulation.
* Venepuncture.
* Defibrillation.
* IV drug administration.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
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Employer details
Employer name
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Employer's website
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