Cardiology (Structural Heart) – Clinical Nurse Specialist Permanent0.8 FTE position Currentclinical experience in the Cardiology setting Mo te tunga - About the Role Thisis an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse with advancedclinical practice and a strong interest in Cardiology nursing to work in asenior nursing role. As the clinical nursing lead, you will support, mentor andact as a resource person for patients and whanau; the nursing teams and otherhealth professionals.
TheStructural Heart programme has primarily consisted of TAVI to date, although itis an area of development and other related procedures are now occurring. Thesuccessful candidate will have clinical expertise in Cardiology including goodunderstanding of Cath Lab and peri-procedure processes. Ideally this experiencewould extend to the inpatient setting.
Weare seeking someone who is passionate about providing a seamless journey forpatients and who can communicate effectively and form positive workingrelationships.
Key Responsibilities Undertake thorough clinical assessments ofpatients referred for structural heart procedures.Coordinateprocedural lists and liaise with various medical teams to ensure smoothprocedural undertakings.Stay updated onresearch developments and contribute to the advancement of structural heartprocedures and equipment.Manage patientinquiries and maintain accurate records using advanced computer literacyskills.Plan and overseestructural heart meetings, ensuring timely follow-up on patient outcomes.Provide dischargeplanning and post-procedure follow-up care, advocating for patients' needsthroughout their journey.Collaborate effectivelywith healthcare professionals, including surgeons, cardiologists, and nursingstaff, to deliver comprehensive patient care.Apositive role model in clinical leadership you will work collaborativelywith the whole team involved with the Structural Heart programme to ensurehigh standards of care are maintained and quality patient outcomes areachieved.Providevaluable support, education and clinical expertise to facilitate thedelivery of the Structural Heart programme.Promotenursing research, education and evidence-based practice.Yourbroad knowledge and extensive recent cardiology experience will place youperfectly as a specialist resource for the team.Motivated,organised, exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to engage awide range of people, is paramount in this role.You'll be an expert nurse and either hold, or be working towards,a relevant post graduate qualification and equivalent PDRP.Experience in quality improvement processes and principlesHaving Cardiac Cath Lab experience is an advantageTeWhatu Ora, Waitaha Canterbury is considered a world leader in its peoplecentred approach to health care. We have a unique one health system approachfocused on providing "the right care and support, to the right person, atthe right time and in the right place." We plan, fund and deliver healthservices to the almost 600,000 New Zealanders that live in the Canterburyregion.
Weare proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we considerunique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever theycome from and working together as one.
Weare passionate about attracting, recruiting and retaining talented people –become part of our team.
If you are passionate about delivering high-qualitycare to patients undergoing structural heart procedures and are eager to join acollaborative team dedicated to excellence, we encourage you to apply for thisrewarding opportunity.
Applicationsare only accepted online so please visit our website at www.cdhbcareers.co.nz completean application.
Enquiries: Natalie Gaunt – Recruitment Specialist –#J-18808-Ljbffr
