Staff Nurse - Cath Lab

Staff Nurse – Cath Lab

London, The Wellington Hospital

Full Time 37.5hrs - Monday - Friday

Permanent

Salary Competitive + Fantastic Benefits

The Wellington Hospital, one of the leading cardiovascular centres in the UK, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Staff Nurse to join our Cath Lab team. As a specialist nurse in our Cath Lab, you will be integral in delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing both diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.

As a Cath Lab Nurse, you will assist in the planning, preparation, and coordination of various diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. You will provide patient care and support throughout these procedures by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with necessary interventions as required.

Our facility includes 2 Cath Labs where we perform a wide range of both invasive and non-invasive procedures, along with some interventional radiology procedures. As part of the team, you will contribute to a 24-hour emergency service, and participation in the on-call rota is required.

Key Areas of Involvement Include:

• Cardiac Interventional Procedures: Adult cardiac catheterisation, Pressure wire studies, IVUS, OCT, PTCA, stent procedures, Lithotripsy, and Rotablation.
• Structural Heart Procedures: TAVI, PFO and ASD closures, LAA closure.
• Electrophysiology Studies: Including 3D Mapping systems, RF and Cryo ablations.
• Device Implants: Pacemakers, Biventricular Defibrillators, leadless pacemakers, Reveal implants.
• Additional Procedures: Transoesophageal, Stress Echos.
• Rotation through Interventional Radiology: PICC line insertion, Permcath insertion, and more.

We offer the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, skilled team committed to providing outstanding patient care in a world-class cardiovascular setting.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others. 

What you’ll bring:

• Registered General Nurse with full NMC registration.
• Previous experience in Cath Lab or Interventional Cardiology is highly desirable
• Excellent communication skills with good time management skills and the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Staff Nurse in our Cath Lab you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.