Job Description

This role is offered on a permanent basis. The hours are part-time, 26 hours per week. We would also consider 22.5 hours per week.



The Heart Failure Service is responsible for the management of patients across all stages of heart failure. This position requires a highly experienced and suitably qualified registered nurse to provide effective, evidence-based care and management to this patient group.



The post holder will work as a key member of the Heart Failure Specialist Nursing Team, providing high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals across all stages of heart failure. The role involves managing an allocated caseload, delivering nurse-led clinics, home visits, and supporting patients and their carers with education, self-management, and symptom monitoring. Working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to the development and delivery of the Heart Failure Service across primary and secondary care, supporting GPs and other healthcare professionals in the management of patients. The role encompasses clinical assessment, medication titration, patient education, clinical governance, and participation in audit and service evaluation, while maintaining professional standards and working within agreed protocols and guidance.



We have a skilled and dedicated workforce of over 5000 colleagues working in a diverse range of services over 55 sites and within people's homes. We strive to enable a welcoming workplace culture that builds and celebrates civility, inclusivity and diversity, while providing a sense of belonging and trust.



Annual staff surveys, regular Pulse surveys and other engagement opportunities provide our people with lots of opportunity to tell us about their experiences of working with us. In the latest staff survey, 61% of colleagues gave us their views. It was great to hear that:



72% of colleagues would recommend the Trust as a place to work, ranking us 1st for Provider Trusts in the South West region on this question.



76% would recommend the standard of care provided in our services if a friend or relative needed treatment, also ranking us 1st in the South West region.



81% said that care of patients and service users is the Trust's priority, compared with an average in comparable NHS Trusts in England of 64%.



This high-level overview shows we are in a healthy position, with higher scores than average for comparable organisations, alongside a great response rate, indicating good staff engagement. However, we also know we have plenty of room for improvement in many areas. To that end, we continue to prioritise and invest in our commitment to genuinely becoming a Great Place to Work with consistent top-quartile performance in the annual staff survey and Pulse surveys.



Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for patients across all stages of heart failure, under the supervision and guidance of senior members of the Heart Failure Specialist Nursing Team. Work as part of the multidisciplinary Heart Failure Service, managing an allocated caseload of patients and contributing to the overall delivery of safe and effective patient care. Provide education, advice, and ongoing support to patients, families, and carers to promote understanding and self-management of heart failure. Support and contribute to the education of other healthcare professionals involved in the care of heart failure patients. Assist in the delivery of heart failure rehabilitation and exercise programmes as part of the patient's treatment plan. Function as a point of contact and resource for colleagues and patients regarding the management of heart failure, seeking advice from senior team members when required. Participate in clinical audit, data collection, and service evaluation to support quality improvement and evidence-based practice. Contribute to triage processes and diagnostic pathways, ensuring patients are assessed and managed in a timely and appropriate manner. * Demonstrate flexibility to support service delivery during periods of change or exceptional circumstances, such as public health emergencies, in line with Trust guidance.