Band 7 Cardiac Rehab Specialist Nurse - Team Leader
In concert with senior members of the cardiology clinical and operational team develop the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service to best fit the need of our patients ensuring equality of access to all and world class care, including the development of virtual Cardiac Rehabilitation classes.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for all aspects of patient care in the Cardiac Rehabilitation service including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of individual Cardiac Rehabilitation plans.
The post holder will play an essential part in providing a comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation service that enables patients with cardiac disease to maximise their recovery potential, improve quality of life and to minimise future risk factors.
Work autonomously as a specialist practitioner in both the in-patient and out- patient settings To be responsible for the supervision and development of all staff including student nurses and support workers, providing support, advice and training.To effectively manage the service resources and staffing to ensure the smooth running of the service
In collaboration with the Lead Nurse, audit agreed clinical guidelines of practice, policies and benchmarks within area of clinical responsibility.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
* Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
* Evidence of post registration qualification relevant to specialty
Experience
* Substantial post-registration experience in area of specialty
* Evidence of teaching junior members of staff & assessing students in practice
* Proven evidence of improving the patient experience
* Current experience of line management of staff
* oProven experience of monitoring & acting on quality data & developing appropriate action plans
Skills and Aptitudes
* Expert specialist skills for the post
* Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
* Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
* Skilled in use of computer/key board
* Knowledge of clinical governance issues e.g. handling complaints, clinical risk management
* Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
* Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
* Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
* Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
* Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
* Able to recruit staff to world class values
Personal Qualities & Attributes
* Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate a credible and professional approach
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
* Diplomatic and calm
* To be flexible and approachable
* Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service
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.
£56,276 to £63,176 a yearper annum inclusive of HCAS
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