Cardiac Diagnostic Procedures Nurse

Job overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Cardiology Department at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, supporting patients undergoing complex cardiac diagnostic procedures.

In this varied and rewarding role, the post-holder will work closely alongside Cardiac Physiologists and Cardiologists, contributing to the safe, effective, and high-quality delivery of cardiac investigations. The position also provides the opportunity to support the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory nursing team, assisting with patient care within the laboratory recovery area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and compassionate individual to be part of a dynamic cardiac service, playing a key role in enhancing patient experience and supporting cutting-edge cardiac diagnostics.

Main duties of the job

• Deputy Service General Manager, Head of Nursing, Senior Matron, and Senior Cardiac Physiologist.

The post holder will play a key role in supporting Nurse Managers, Cardiac Physiologists, and Cardiologists in the delivery of high-quality, safe, and effective care for patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic procedures.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in cannulation and phlebotomy, and be competent in the delivery of intravenous infusions. They will work as a Named Nurse within the division, as part of a multidisciplinary team, taking responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic investigations, such as Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms.

The post holder will be a clinically credible practitioner, capable of providing excellent patient-centred care across a range of cardiac clinical settings. Practice will be delivered in line with current evidence-based nursing standards, Trust policies, and best practice guidelines.

The post holder will provide support and mentorship for students and junior nurses.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Result Areas:

Act as a Named Nurse within a Team taking responsibility, over an appropriate span

• f time, in conjunction with the Cardiac Physiologists, Cardiologist and the multidisciplinary team, for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care during cardiac procedures, such as Dobutamine stress echocardiograms, exercise stress treadmill tests. To be proficient in cardiac monitoring equipment and electronic medical records. To be competent in providing rapid response care during cardiac emergencies. To demonstrate strong communication skills, ability to work in fast-paced/stressful environments, and emotional resilience. Be aware of current advances in clinical care and be able to facilitate the team members in implementation of evidence-based practice. Take an active role in the continuing development and use of protocols and standards for nursing care. Participate in evaluation, audit, and research of nursing care, and incorporate appropriate findings into practice. Actively work to promote health and prevent ill health in staff, patients, and their relatives. Promote and maintain a safe and pleasant environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues. Check the readiness for use of emergency / special equipment and ensure all equipment in use is in good working order. Have knowledge of recording relevant patient / nursing data on to computer. Ensure his / her own and junior staff’s compliance with the NMC Guidelines for Records and Record Keeping (1998) in all settings. Accept responsibility for the administration, care, and custody of medicines, in accordance with legal requirements and NMC and Trust Guidelines on drug administration. Attend mandatory annual updates in fire training, Basic Life Support, and maintain knowledge of relevant policies. Have knowledge and understanding of all relevant Trust policies, including the Major Incident Plan, ensuring that junior colleagues are aware of such policies. Have knowledge of and adhere to relevant parts of national legislation, including Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH Regulations, and Moving and Handling Regulations. Transport people and / or items safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Ensures all biomedical investigations and interventions are undertaken safely and in a timely manner, reporting and documenting results appropriately and in line with legislation, policies and procedures.

Workforce

Manage a group of patients, prioritising their needs in conjunction with those of the ward/department, to ensure safe and effective care.

• Manage the ward in the absence of senior staff, ensuring safe and effective patient care. Manage an area of responsibility as required within allocated resources.

Financial

Have an understanding of ward/department budgets and how the division may become more cost-effective. Work within budgetary requirements whilst maintaining standards of care.

Participate in the management of skill mix issues, stock control, and available Resources.

Partnerships

Take an active role in developing and maintaining effective communication with members of the interprofessional team, patients, and relatives about difficult matters in difficult situations.

General

Participate in the orientation of new members of staff within their Division.

Attend relevant meetings and participate in discussions relating to the improvement of the service.

Act as a change agent where necessary.

Ensure all Trust Nursing policies and procedures are adhered to.

Be aware of operational personnel issues relevant to the directorate including management of absence and sickness, disciplinary and recruitment matters.

Where necessary, and with support, investigate the nursing aspect of complaints and clinical incidents, and initiate corrective actions.

Ensure own continuing professional development and identify own Personal Development Plan.

Participate in the clinical and educational development of other staff within the team.

Act as a practice supervisor / mentor for learners, and as a preceptor for newly qualified registered nurses.

Act as a clinical role model for all levels of staff.

Encourage other staff to keep abreast of new developments and encourage the exchange of information, ideas and experiences.