Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Haematology & Transfusion Services as a Band 7 Transfusion Practitioner.
We are seeking applications from motivated professionals with a strong interest in transfusion practice, including NMC-registered nurses and HCPC-registered biomedical scientists with relevant experience in an acute hospital setting. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, a sound knowledge of transfusion practice and governance, and experience in education and training. The post holder will take a lead role in the management and follow-up of transfusion-related incidents.
The role involves working across multiple sites within Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, supporting a wide range of specialist clinical services. The post holder will promote safe and effective transfusion practice in collaboration with transfusion practitioners, clinicians, practice educators, laboratory and nursing staff. Key responsibilities include delivering education at trust induction and core skills training, undertaking audit activity, and chairing, attending and contributing to internal and external meetings.
Main duties of the job
- Reporting to the lead CNS to promote safe and appropriate transfusion practice.across the Trust in line with Patient Blood Management.
- To be a key member of the Trust Transfusion Team (TTT) and lead on the meetings when required.
- To support the development and implementation of the policies of the Trust Transfusion Committee (TTC).
- To exercise high levels of judgment, discretion and decision-making in clinicalcare to provide specialist expertise and advice on blood transfusion issues.
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 are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
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
- Registered Nurse/ HPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
- Evidence of post-registration education activity.
- Degree/ Certificate/Diploma in management/professional nursing issues or relevant experience.
Desirable
- MSc in related speciality.
- Leadership course.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in root cause analysis and management of serious incidents.
- Report writing skills.
- Experience in relevant specialist area.
- Experience in people management and improving the patient experience.
Desirable
- Experience of leading and managing.
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- In depth knowledge of speciality and use of evidence-based practice.
- Able to demonstrate advanced communication skills and manage complex situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in sensitive, difficult or distressing situations.
- Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office.
Desirable
- Ability to design and deliver education programmes.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/ HPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
- Evidence of post-registration education activity.
- Degree/ Certificate/Diploma in management/professional nursing issues or relevant experience.
Desirable
- MSc in related speciality.
- Leadership course.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in root cause analysis and management of serious incidents.
- Report writing skills.
- Experience in relevant specialist area.
- Experience in people management and improving the patient experience.
Desirable
- Experience of leading and managing.
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- In depth knowledge of speciality and use of evidence-based practice.
- Able to demonstrate advanced communication skills and manage complex situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in sensitive, difficult or distressing situations.
- Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office.
Desirable
- Ability to design and deliver education programmes.
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).
