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Job summary

Main area
Cardiology
Grade
Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Over 4 days Monday to Friday)
Job ref
427-7714539
Employer
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal United Hospital
Town
Bath
Salary
£31,049 - £37,796 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
26/01/2026 23:59

Employer heading

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust logo

Staff Nurse - Cardiology Day Case Unit

Band 5

Job overview

Working within the Cardiology Directorate and in the daycase unit, you will be responsible for admitting, recovering and discharging patients attending for elective procedures, using a competency based framework.

We work Monday to Friday

Main duties of the job

Admitting patients as per pathway

Recovering and discharging patients as per pathway and competency based framework.

Venepuncture and cannulation

IV medication administration for Cardiology Specific infusion service

Coordinating the unit and staff in the absence of the B6/7

Assisting with the Transoesophageal Echocardiography and Cardioversion lists.

Supervising B3 Clinical Health Care Support Workers and Students.

Liaising with other departments in the directorate and the MDT

Working for our organisation

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be  in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. 

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff well-being, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial well-being. We’ve even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see  the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.

Person specification

essential

Essential criteria
  • Registered Nurse
  • Experience in Acute Cardiology >2 years
Desirable criteria
  • Post Qualification in Cardiology
  • Immediate Life Support

Desirable

Essential criteria
  • Venepuncture and Cannulation
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in elective/planned care

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleCare quality commission - GoodArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardWe offer Wagestream - A financial wellbeing benefit which lets you access your pay as you earn it.Disability confident employerWomens Staff Network

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. We strongly encourage you to complete and submit your application in good time to ensure it can be considered.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Georgie Kelly
Job title
Sister
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01225 825394
Additional information

Informal visits to the unit welcomed and encouraged

 

For further information please contact Sr Georgie Kelly or Daisy Joseph 01225 825394

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