Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and adaptable practitioner to join our dynamic cardiac services team in a unique dual-role position spanning both the Cardiothoracic Recovery Unit and the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory.

This rare opportunity offers the successful candidate the chance to develop and maintain expertise across the full patient journey, from advanced cardiac interventions within the catheter laboratory, through to the immediate post operative care of cardiothoracic, cardiology and general surgical patients.

The expectation is that you will work within Cardiothoracic Recovery and Cardiac Cath Labs, supported by undertaking an in-house training package that is personal to your developmental requirements. On completion of in-house training there will be a requirement to participate in the on-call rota.

We are committed to building a dynamic, flexible and enthusiastic team that will support in delivering our services and work towards achieving the Plymouth vision for the future.

Our shifts are between the hours of 08:00 to 20:00 Monday to Friday, with an on-call commitment for nights and weekends.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing, coordinating and delivering effective, high quality perioperative care, following a client-centred model of practice and ensuring the areas of work run smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, responsibilities will also include but not be limited to:
Cardiac Catheter Laboratory:

• Supporting diagnostic and interventional cardiology procedures
• Assisting with emergency and elective cases
• Participating in an on-call service for Primary PCI and other urgent interventions
• Working with cutting edge technology and evolving, dynamic cardiology procedures.
• Admit patients pre-procedure and discharge day-case patients.

Cardiothoracic/Cath Lab Recovery Unit:

• Delivering level 2 and level 3 post operative care to cardiothoracic and general surgical patients.
• Managing complex patient needs following cardiac, thoracic, cath lab and a wide range of general surgery patients.
• Working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, intensivists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Supporting patients through the critical early stages of recovery.
• To carry out their duties within the guidelines of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct/HPC professional guidelines.
• To contribute to the overall efficiency and development of the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit and Cath Lab service.

About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.

The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

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If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process, please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you into contact with the recruitment team.

We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case.

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Provide high quality care to patients and their families during the perioperative period.
• Under the direction of the Recovery Team Leader, the post holder will be responsible for implementing, coordinating and delivering effective, high quality care for the patient during the perioperative period.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Following a period of preceptorship, take responsibility for the supervision of Health Care Assistants and other learners.
• Reporting and documenting all relevant patient needs, communicating changes to other health professionals in the multidisciplinary team.
• To carry out duties within the guidelines of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct/HPC professional guidelines.
• To contribute to the overall efficiency and development of the theatre service.
• No direct budgetary control but must be aware of effective use of resources and cost implications.
• Act as Practitioner in charge, in the absence of the Team Leader ensuring efficient allocation of staff and resources.
• Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and clinical excellence and play an active role in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care.

Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Registered with NMC/HPC.

Desirable

• Proven competence in anaesthetics, scrub or recovery.
• Proven ability to demonstrate managerial or leadership potential.

Qualifications
Essential

• Diploma/Degree in related Healthcare subject or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Proven evidence of recent CPD.
• Proven knowledge of and ability to apply evidence-based practice to patient care.

Desirable

• Accredited specialist training.
• Mentorship qualification.

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrable proven ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care and act accordingly.
• Effective influencing skills.
• Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• Demonstrate awareness of financial constraints.
• Methodical and organised.

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 contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Team Leader/CT Recovery Andrea Hodge at andrea.hodge1@nhs.net or 01752431100.