nurse practitioner Swansea, Wales
Job description
Cardiology Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Morriston Hospital
Band 6, 7 or 8a
Dependent on experience
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced ANP to work within the Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Team in Morriston Hospital, Swansea. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic team.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced cardiology nurse looking for a new challenge at band 6 level or an existing practitioner who wishes to develop their skills into the cardiology field.
The 8a role requires Cardiology experience, possession of the MSc in Advanced clinical practice and non-medical prescribing qualification. You will need to be able to demonstrate good leadership skills and the ability to work autonomously, utilising a high level of both clinical and diagnostic skills, caring for both cardiology and medical patients within the Cardiology Department.
The role involves working in partnership with the medical team, participating in a 7-day rota which supports the junior doctor rota, supporting the cardiology wards, take part in ward rounds and ensure DALs are completed alongside the junior medical team. Assist with TOE procedures and be part of leading the DCCV nurse led service.
Eligibility for Band 8a will require evidence of MSc, NMP, Non-medical authorisation of blood and have exposure to consenting patients for Cardiology procedures. You should also be able to demonstrate evidence of your advanced practice by means of successful portfolio ratification by the HB Panel or be close to being able to submit your portfolio for this process. Candidates without all the above, may be considered for a Band 7 role, with progression to 8a on completion of the above
For informal discussion please contact one of the Advanced Nurse Practitioners on Cisco 23628 or contact Senior matron Gwennan Hall on 23613.
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
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We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
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If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
The role involves working in partnership with the medical team, participating in a 7-day rota which supports the junior doctor rota, supporting the cardiology wards, take part in ward rounds and ensure DALs are completed alongside the junior medical team. Assist with TOE procedures and be part of leading the DCCV nurse led service.
Eligibility for Band 8a will require evidence of MSc, NMP, Non-medical authorisation of blood and have exposure to consenting patients for Cardiology procedures. You should also be able to demonstrate evidence of your advanced practice by means of successful portfolio ratification by the HB Panel or be close to being able to submit your portfolio for this process. Candidates without all the above, may be considered for a Band 7 role, with progression to 8a on completion of the above
For informal discussion please contact one of the Advanced Nurse Practitioners on Cisco 23628 or contact Senior matron Gwennan Hall on 23613.
