Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist

NHS; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Cardiac Nurse to join DCH Cardiology services as an Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist. The role is fixed term for 12 months.

The Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist will work closely with the Arrhythmia/Electrophysiology Consultant and the team of multi-disciplinary staff within the Cardiology department, to provide clinical support, education and clinical leadership to the development of the patient pathway.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has an appetite for Specialist nursing. Dependent on experience and current qualifications, the role would be considered as a trainee/development role, although the preference would be to attract someone already working within the specialist field of Cardiology.

Main duties of the job

Assist in the development and delivery of a high quality specialist service for patients with cardiac Arrhythmia as part of the Multi-disciplinary Cardiology team (MDT) at DCH.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective and efficient running of all aspects of the Arrhythmia service, including nurse led cardioversion service, rapid access atrial fibrillation clinic, palpitations clinic, and implantable cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) follow up clinic, including ICD support group for patients. The main focus of this role will be allow for the development and implementation of a secondary prevention AF clinic and device detected AF anticoagulation pathway.

The post holder will deliver a pre-assessment service to patients undergoing ICD implant, ICD box change and catheter ablation. This involves the follow up of results and discussing abnormalities with the clinician ahead of the procedure.

As a clinical nurse specialist the post holder will act as an accountable and autonomous practitioner (once deemed competent). It is expected that you would take the lead in the coordination and delivery of evidence based expert nursing care for patients with arrhythmia, their relatives, and their carers. The individual would use advance decision making skills to formulate treatment plans and initiate changes in management of nursing care when necessary.

Please read the job description for more details.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Date posted

10 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £52,809 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-25-NM190ANS

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Job description Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [e-mail] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualification & Training Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Teaching qualification or equivalent practice supervisor/assessor
• Non-Medical Independent prescribing qualification or a willingness to work towards
• History taking and physical examination (HAPE) qualification
• Recent and relevant CPD
• ALS qualification
• Arrhythmia management module

Knowledge & Experience Essential

• Existing experience of working as an Arrhythmia nurse or significant experience within the speciality at minimum of band 6
• Significant recent experience within Cardiology
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
• Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
• Experience in facilitation, teaching and assessing staff groups
• Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures
• Knowledge of research and clinical audit
• Experience of service development

Skills & Abilities Essential

• Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner including evidence of CPD in the area of specialist interest
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients, and visitors. This includes excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Evidence of ability to respond quickly to changing priorities; organising and prioritising own workload to meet the needs of the services and deadlines
• An inquiring and critical approach to work
• Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively to colleagues, patients, and relatives
• Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
• Ability to manage difficult situations

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)