Cardiology Pre-assessment Nurse Practitioner
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 03/09/2026
- Closes
- 17/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This role is for a Cardiology Pre-assessment Nurse Practitioner to join the Cardio Thoracic Nurse Case manager team. The successful candidate will provide pre-operative assessment for patients undergoing Cardio Thoracic surgery and Cardiology interventions, working independently under supervision. Responsibilities include patient assessment, examination, formulating management plans, and undertaking preparatory work for surgical and cardiology interventions. The role requires adaptability, flexibility, and experience in supporting patients with Cardiovascular & Thoracic disease.
Key responsibilities
- Work as an independent Practitioner under the supervision of a Senior Nurse Practitioner / Nurse Case Manager or Designated Medical Practitioner (DMP).
- Undertake competency-based patient assessment and examination to formulate management plans for specific patient groups.
- Perform all preparatory work prior to patients undergoing surgical and cardiology intervention, including consent and requesting investigations.
- Highlight any potential complications to the Senior Nurse Practitioner / Nurse case manager or relevant medical colleague.
- Work to a rota and complete all Nurse Practitioner competencies, including History Taking and Physical Examination.
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
- Evidence of on-going personal development.
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Evidence of supporting learners in practice
- Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- History taking and Physical Assessment experience / course and competencies
- Significant post registration experience within a surgical setting.
- Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil service requirements
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Desirable criteria
- Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis course
- Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
- Advanced Communication course
- Management Experience / Course
- Evidence of clinical leadership and managerial ability
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £39,959 – £48,117 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 2d ago · Closes in 13d
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Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us,
Job Title: Cardiology Pre-assessment Nurse Practitioner
Contract Type:Permanent
Please be advised that thisvacancy may close earlier thanstatedif we receivea large number ofapplications.
Main duties of the job
The Cardio Thoracic Nurse Case manager team is looking for a Pre-Assessment Nurse to join their friendly team of Nurse Practitioners.
This is an ideal opportunity for those who want to further enhance their specialist nursing knowledge and skills within a supportive environment.About the team.
The nurse practitioners provide a pre-operative assessment service for patients undergoing Cardio Thoracic surgery and Cardiology interventions.
The nurse practitioners liaise closely with consultant surgeons and cardiologists, anaesthetist and MDT teams across the regions to ensure quality care throughout the whole of the patients' journey.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will
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