Nurse Specialist; Arrhythmia

We are pleased to advertise this band 7 vacancy within the Arrhythmia team in North Devon for a competent and experienced Arrhythmia Specialist Nurse to join our small and friendly team. The post holder will manage patients with arrhythmias with support of the wider team and consultants; implant loop recorders and help run the nurse-led elective DC cardioversion lists.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The successful applicant should be a registered nurse with extensive post-registration experience in cardiology and should also ideally have worked within the arrhythmia setting and have a robust knowledge in this field. They should already possess a qualification in non-medical prescribing and have undertaken a master's module in the "Investigation and Management of Arrhythmias and Blackouts" or be willing to work towards these important qualifications as part of their development within this post.

For candidates that do not fully meet the essential criteria for the post, we would consider appointing as a band 6 developmental post with the expectation that a set training plan would be completed within an agreed time. The post holder would then transition to band 7 once fully meeting the requirements of the role.

The essential criteria for the band 6 developmental role are:

• Registered Nurse

Working Pattern:Mon-Friday - excluding bank holidays, 35 hours a week

Interview Date:To be confirmed

For further information please contact:

Gemma Baker, Lead Arrhythmia Nurse Specialist on or

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
and
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

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