Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within the Anticoagulation team for a permanent post as a Band 6 Nurse Specialist. The team are based in Pathology at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and use the Dawn software to manage the patient caseload.
We are looking for a highly motivated and organised nurse to provide telephone dosing advice to a range of patients, complying with national guidelines. You will be able to communicate effectively with the patient, their carers their GP and staff providing the clinical and laboratory services. A caring and patient disposition is essential.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a nurse-led anticoagulation service to patients referred to Haematology.
- To promote effective communication between the patient, the laboratory and the patients GP or referring clinician, ensuring thebest possible care and advice is given to the patient.
- Demonstrate specialist knowledge on all aspects ofanti-coagulation
About us
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We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- BSc Adult nursing or equivalent
Desirable
- Teaching qualification: ENB 998 Teaching/Assessing, City & Guilds 7307/6, or equivalent
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience with a broad range of clinical experience
- Experience of working with a clinical software tool
- Experience in anticoagulant management
- Experience of developing practice in others and in possession of a wide skill set in teaching and learning practices
- Experience of working and contributing within a case load of patients with complex care needs
- Able to demonstrate a comprehensive working knowledge of medication and interventions used in the management of thromboembolism and anticoagulation therapy
- Able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and initiatives and common issues in relation to anticoagulation
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- BSc Adult nursing or equivalent
Desirable
- Teaching qualification: ENB 998 Teaching/Assessing, City & Guilds 7307/6, or equivalent
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience with a broad range of clinical experience
- Experience of working with a clinical software tool
- Experience in anticoagulant management
- Experience of developing practice in others and in possession of a wide skill set in teaching and learning practices
- Experience of working and contributing within a case load of patients with complex care needs
- Able to demonstrate a comprehensive working knowledge of medication and interventions used in the management of thromboembolism and anticoagulation therapy
- Able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and initiatives and common issues in relation to anticoagulation
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
