Job summary
There are exciting developments in the way in which Clinical Haematology services, based at Hammersmith Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust are being developed. In response to increasing demand being placed on specialist in-house apheresis services the team are being remodelled to meet the demands of the expanding service. As a result of this there is now a substantive band 7 opportunity for a trained apheresis nurse to join the team.
The Clinical Haematology service runs one of the largest blood and marrow transplant programmes (allogeneic and autologous) in Europe, successfully achieving and maintaining JACIE accreditation status, while operating as specialist tertiary centre. There are a total of 54-58 haematology beds across three wards. There is also dedicated out-patient and day care facilities that incorporates ambulatory care and the apheresis service. We take pride in the fact that we have been able to maintain an in-house specialist apheresis service supported by on-site dedicated cellular therapy laboratory facilities.
Therapeutic apheresis is a highly specialist technology that provides a comprehensive range of treatment procedures that can involve the separation, removal and replacement of blood components and constituents.
Main duties of the job
Working closely with the Apheresis Matron for Clinical Haematology, Matron/Senior Nursing Team (Inpatient, Day Care & Apheresis) the post holder will be a key member of the apheresis team, acting as an expert nurse practitioner. The post holder will be expected to support the coordination of the service and to participate in the strategic development of the service.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community.
Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage a range of flexible working opportunities wherever we can.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- NMC : First level registered nurse and active/valid registration
- Degree or diploma
- Chemotherapy certification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development supporting NMC revalidation
- Preceptorship/Supervisory experience
Desirable
- Masters Level study or willingness to undertake
- Management certificate or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience as apheresis nurse
- Haematology/Cancer nursing background Previous experience with leading and developing teams at band 6 or above
Desirable
- Ongoing commitment to training
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Organisation and management skills
- Maintain accurate records
- Change management skills
- IT Skills
- Ability to keep up to date with professional developments/ professional issues relevant to specialty
Desirable
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills appropriate to role
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- NMC : First level registered nurse and active/valid registration
- Degree or diploma
- Chemotherapy certification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development supporting NMC revalidation
- Preceptorship/Supervisory experience
Desirable
- Masters Level study or willingness to undertake
- Management certificate or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience as apheresis nurse
- Haematology/Cancer nursing background Previous experience with leading and developing teams at band 6 or above
Desirable
- Ongoing commitment to training
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Organisation and management skills
- Maintain accurate records
- Change management skills
- IT Skills
- Ability to keep up to date with professional developments/ professional issues relevant to specialty
Desirable
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills appropriate to role
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).
