Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) Nurse Specialist

Job summary

The post holder will be expected to:

- Assist with the coordination and facilitation of the Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) service at LHCH in line with local and national guidelines.

- Work to develop the TAVI service covering the whole patient journey.- Work under the direction of the Lead Heart Valve Nurse as a member of the TAVI team in collaboration with junior medical staff and the nursing teams.

Main duties of the job

o Assist in the development of clinical services within the TAVI service.

o To ensure smooth planning, implementation and running of the percutaneous valve service.

o To ensure the smooth planning, implementation and running of research studies associated with the service.

o To lead / present the MDT meetings for the percutaneous valve service ensuring all patient information is readily available.

o Maintain databases and research documentation as required.

o Undertake administrative tasks as required including patient follow -up.

o Ensure correct preparation and handling of samples according to local policy and national.

guidelines.

o Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programs of evidence-based TAVI nursing care.

o Work autonomously to provide safe and effective care within the individuals level of competence.

o Provide expert advice and clinical practice in relation to the specialty.

o Liaise with valve manufacturers about all aspects of the service.

o Maintain appropriate channels and styles of communication to meet the needs of patients, relatives, carers, managers, peers and other professional agencies.

o Establish networks with other specialists at a local, national, and international level to

exchange and enhance knowledge and expertise.

Job responsibilities

As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

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