Staff Nurse - Cardiology

London, England, United Kingdom

12/9/2024

Staff Nurse – Cardiology

London - The Harley Street Clinic – Harley Street W1G 8BJ

Hours: 37.5hrs 

Salary - Competitive + fantastic benefits

About The Role

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Staff Nurse to join our highly regarded cardiac team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where advanced cardiac care is provided. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional care to patients undergoing a range of complex cardiac and thoracic procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assess, plan, deliver, and evaluate personalized nursing care for cardiac and cardiothoracic patients throughout their perioperative journey.
• Technical Expertise: Manage invasive lines (e.g., central lines, catheters, temporary pacing wires) and accept ITU patient transfers while ensuring comprehensive handovers.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with consultants, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and facilitate recovery.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Serve as a clinical role model, inspiring and guiding nursing staff while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety.
  
  

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What You'll Bring

• NMC Registered Nurse
• Experience in cardiac care, with a strong background in handling pre- and post-operative patients.
• Familiarity with cardiac interventions, electrophysiology, valve replacement surgeries, coronary artery bypass grafts, and advanced thoracic procedures.
• Proficiency in critical thinking and clinical decision-making.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and upholding best practices in cardiac nursing.
  
  

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

Benefits

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Staff Nurse on our Cardiology Ward you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers
  
  

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.