Clinical Nurse Specialist - Inherited Cardiac Conditions in London inLondon PUBLISHED THU 5 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section
Job description
We have an exciting opportunity to join an established Inherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) service focusing on patients who experience out of hospital cardiac arrest and the families of patients who have had a sudden cardiac death (SCD).
The successful candidate would work with the established regional group, clinicians and pathologists across the sector to improve associated cardiovascular pathways. Along with helping to coordinate the clinical ICC services, the project would also involve working with coroners, pathologists and intensive care units where patients with aborted sudden cardiac death are cared for.
The job is a 9-month fixed term post based at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals but the role will involve cross-site work at King's College Hospital and other Network sites. The role will be to help coordinate effective pathways within the sector by working with the coronial system, national charities and the clinicians involved (cardiac and intensive care teams, genetic consultants, nurses and counsellors) with sudden cardiac death.
This is a 9 month contract as part of a national scheme and secondment could be considered for those already working withing the trust. It is hope that this role will be made permanent in the future.
Closing date: 16th June 2025
The post holder will be expected to participate in the strategic development of the wider Inherited Cardiac Conditions service by:
Establishing and developing relationships with key stakeholders involved in the management of the Inherited Cardiac Conditions service both internally and externally.
Being part of the overall strategy and vision in clinical practice for the network teams working across the GMSA.
Actively disseminating best practice through presentations and participating in nursing research and national working parties.
Ensuring effective Standard Operating Procedures are in place for delivery o service.
About us
The key components identified for the role include:
- Pathway design and implementation for SCD families
- Clinical leadership
- Education
- Research and audit
The post holder must already hold a non-medical physical assessment course.
Please see attached job description for full details.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Benefits
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