Clinical Nurse Specialist – Cardiology
Cpl Healthcare, in partnership with a leading private cardiology practice based in Galway, is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist in Cardiology for a full-time, permanent position. The role will be based in a private hospital setting in Galway City.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cardiology nurse to join a highly specialised cardiac service with a strong focus on electrophysiology and arrhythmia management.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, full-time hours with flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
Clinic Management
- Coordinate and manage cardiology clinics, including screening referrals and arranging appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Attend clinics and provide specialist nursing support.
- Communicate with patients regarding appointments, investigations, and results.
- Respond to patient queries and provide ongoing support.
- Review outgoing clinical correspondence to ensure accuracy of letters and reports.
Procedure List Management
- Coordinate the booking and scheduling of procedure lists including cardiac ablations and cardiac device procedures.
- Communicate with patients in advance of procedures, providing information and support.
- Assist in the management and clinical support of procedure lists.
- Conduct post-procedure assessments and support patient discharge.
- Provide post-procedure follow-up and respond to patient queries.
- Review outgoing clinical communications for accuracy.
Consultation Support
- Act as a point of contact for inpatient arrhythmia consultations.
- Serve as a liaison for GP referrals relating to arrhythmia patients.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide specialist advice, education, and support to patients and their families before and after hospital discharge.
- Assist with patient pre-assessment and contribute to the development and delivery of specialist clinics where appropriate.
- Develop and provide patient education materials and resources.
- Deliver post-discharge patient education and support.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using electronic and manual systems.
- Promote high standards of patient care and clinical governance.
- Ensure effective communication between patients, GPs, carers, and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Support the development, implementation, and audit of clinical standards of care.
Candidate Requirements
- Registered General Nurse with active registration.
- Significant clinical experience in cardiology, ideally with electrophysiology or arrhythmia exposure.
- Master’s degree in Cardiology Nursing or a related field (or working towards).
- Candidates working towards or who have completed Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner (RANP) registration will be considered for a senior appointment at this grade.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and clinical leadership skills.
What’s on Offer
- Full-time permanent role
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Opportunity to work within a leading private cardiology service
- Professional development and advanced practice opportunities
If you are an experienced cardiology nurse looking to progress your career within a specialist cardiac service, we would welcome your application.
Apply now if you are an experienced Cardiology Nurse looking for a rewarding role in Galway where your skills and experience will be truly valued.
To apply:
Email an updated CV to; kelley.walsh@cplhealthare.com
Phone for further information: +353 91507519
