Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist Nurse Development Post: Band 6 to 7 - INTERNAL
Location
Rhyl, Wales, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/12/2025
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Description
Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
The post holder will be practising under supervision as a trainee practitioner within cardiac rehabilitation. This will encompass the skills of assessment, examination, diagnosis and treatment within an agreed scope of practice throughout cardiac rehabilitation and related services. The post holder will aim to work towards the Advanced Nurse Practitioner Qualification. The training programme involves a combination of workplace-based learning of clinical skills, attitudes and knowledge and university based academic modules. The academic rigor of this level requires dedicated study time.
The training programme should be completed, subject to satisfactory assessments. The trainee will then progress to being a band 7 Advanced Cardiology Nurse Practitioner.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our experienced team of specialist nurses in the delivery of Cardiac Rehabilitation. We are seeking a nurse who possess a nursing background in Cardiology and who has completed a Masters in advanced clinical practice, is already working towards completion or will commit to complete in the future. The purpose of the role is to provide specialist Cardiac Rehabilitation knowledge, expertise and skills for patients and their families that promotes recovery and self-management. This requires you to work both autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure a safe and effective pathway for cardiac patients.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
The post holder will support the patient through their Cardiac Rehabilitation pathway by remote and face to face consultation. You will work as part of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Team and the wider Cardiology MDT. Whilst your base will be in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd you will be expected to support clinics in the community.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential Criteria
Essential criteria
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
The post holder will be practising under supervision as a trainee practitioner within cardiac rehabilitation. This will encompass the skills of assessment, examination, diagnosis and treatment within an agreed scope of practice throughout cardiac rehabilitation and related services. The post holder will aim to work towards the Advanced Nurse Practitioner Qualification. The training programme involves a combination of workplace-based learning of clinical skills, attitudes and knowledge and university based academic modules. The academic rigor of this level requires dedicated study time.
The training programme should be completed, subject to satisfactory assessments. The trainee will then progress to being a band 7 Advanced Cardiology Nurse Practitioner.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our experienced team of specialist nurses in the delivery of Cardiac Rehabilitation. We are seeking a nurse who possess a nursing background in Cardiology and who has completed a Masters in advanced clinical practice, is already working towards completion or will commit to complete in the future. The purpose of the role is to provide specialist Cardiac Rehabilitation knowledge, expertise and skills for patients and their families that promotes recovery and self-management. This requires you to work both autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure a safe and effective pathway for cardiac patients.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
The post holder will support the patient through their Cardiac Rehabilitation pathway by remote and face to face consultation. You will work as part of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Team and the wider Cardiology MDT. Whilst your base will be in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd you will be expected to support clinics in the community.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential Criteria
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner MSC or willingness to complete/undertake
- ILS or willingness to undertake
- Familiarity with practical application of cardiac rehab e.g. BACPR standards
- Post-grad level module in cardiac care
- Relevant course or training in cardiovascular care
- Understanding of National Audit of Cardiac Rehab
Essential criteria
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Excellent time and resource management
- Recognised Qualification in leadership/change management.
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