Cardiac Nurse

Location London
Job-type Permanent
Salary £32000 - £40000 per annum
Reference J344504
Date Published over 2 years ago
Staff Nurse
Cardiac Ward

At TTM Healthcare we are proud to have partnered with one of London's leading private hospitals who provide world class healthcare across a range of complex services. They have an available opportunity for a Staff Nurse to work on the cardiac ward of the hospital with excellent experience, skills and knowledge. If you think the position is right for you, let's talk.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The overall responsibility as a Staff Nurse within the hospital's cardiac ward. As a cardiac nurse you will administer stress tests and EKGs to patients suspected of having heart murmurs, blockages and other cardiovascular complications. You will also monitor patients' vital signs, prepare them for open-heart surgery, and administer medications.

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working as part of the cardiac team as a Staff Nurse on the ward you will be responsible for ensuring the right standard of care is provided to all patients at all time. You will be involved in the training of junior members of staff. Your day to day will involve assessing, planning and implementing care to patients on the wards, administration of IV drugs, ECG interpretation, chest drain management, epidural and femoral sheath removal. As part of the team as a Staff Nurse you will be expected to develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge and keep up to date with current practices. You may also be assigned other ad hoc duties as required by senior members of staff


REQUIREMENTS:

To be eligible for the role, you will need to:

• Have at least 6 months post-graduation experience and a valid NMC registration
• Have experience of working in a cardiology/cardiothoracic as a Staff Nurse
• Have the ability to recognise cardiac rhythms
• Be a caring and compassionate nurse with strong attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Have excellent communication skills and be a good team player.


REWARDS:

You will enjoy the following benefits:

• Annual leave entitlement
• Pension Scheme
• Childcare vouchers
• Critical illness cover
• Dental insurance
• Free Health assessment
• Life assurance
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Pension
• Personal accident insurance
• Private GP services
• Travel insurance
• Season ticket loan
• Plus many more….

DETAILS:
Location: London
Job-Type: Permanent
Salary: £32,000-£40,000

Apply now for a call back to discuss the role in more detail and arrange an interview


TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.