Band 5 Cardiology Nurse

Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Band 5 Cardiology Nurse to join a busy and dynamic Cardiology Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse with a passion for cardiac care to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality patient-centred care to individuals with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions.

The successful candidate will support the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for patients across cardiology wards, cardiac investigations, and specialist cardiac services.

Key Responsibilities • Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care to cardiology patients.

• Monitor and assess patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions.


• Recognise and respond appropriately to deteriorating patients.


• Perform and interpret basic cardiac monitoring, including ECG recordings.


• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with Trust policies and NMC guidelines.


• Assist with cardiac investigations and procedures where required.


• Educate patients and families regarding cardiac conditions, treatments, and lifestyle modifications.


• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.


• Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.


• Ensure infection prevention, patient safety, and safeguarding standards are maintained at all times.

Essential Requirements • Registered Nurse (RN) with current NMC registration.

• Minimum 6 months post-registration clinical experience.


• Experience working within an acute hospital setting.


• Knowledge of cardiac conditions and cardiac monitoring.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Requirements • Previous experience in Cardiology, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Cardiac Catheter Lab, or Acute Medical Unit.

• Competency in ECG interpretation.


• Immediate Life Support (ILS) certification.


• Experience caring for patients with arrhythmias, heart failure, or acute coronary syndromes.

What We Offer • Competitive pay rates.

• Flexible shift patterns.


• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.


• Supportive and experienced clinical team.


• Access to a variety of cardiology specialities and services.

If you are a motivated Registered Nurse looking to develop your career within Cardiology, we would love to hear from you.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the Nursing team if you would like to know more information.

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