Specialist Nurse Inherited Heart Disease

An exciting opportunity have arisen within NHS Fife in partnership with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to expand the existing specialist cardiology nursing services to implement a 21 month project to identify and support patients with HCM and heir immediate relatives through cascade screening as part of a national project across 5 health boards in Scotland. These motivated individuals will have the responsibility for the planning, delivery and evaluation of person centered HCM Services within NHS Fife. Extensive post-registration experience is required with proven abilities in nursing patients with heart disease and particular experience of working with patients with a diagnosis or suspected diagnosis of HCM. A relevant post registration qualification in Arrhythmia Management or an equivalent qualification would be desirable. Post-holders must be flexible to meet the needs of the service, have excellent communication skills, be adaptable and be able to work autonomously, as well as part of a team. Hours of duty are 18.75 per week, this position will be a 21 month fixed term post. Informal enquiries can be made to Gillian Malone on 01592 643355 ext 28301 A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment. NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. All applicants are required to confirm their right to work in the UK in their application. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK), European Community (EC) or European Economic Area National please state the visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the UK on your application form and the expiry date of your leave to remain in the UK. *Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.