Job summary
Job overview
A vacancy has become available in the Haemophilia and Thrombosis Centre at the Royal Free Hospital for a full time Band 6 haemophilia Nurse. Applicants with extensive previous nursing experience outside the haemophilia and haematology speciality would be considered.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse with experience in the field or an experienced nurse who is considering a move into specialist practice in the future. We are looking for a nurse with excellent organisation & communication skills to work as part of a specialist multidisciplinary team, caring for patients with Haemophilia and other bleeding disorders.
You will support the many different aspects of care delivered in this internationally recognised Haemophilia & Thrombosis Centre working as part of the specialist nursing team, and the wider multi-disciplinary team.The role includes assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of care provided for a large group of haemophilia and other bleeding disorders. We also provide support and education to primary care providers. Training will be provided for the specialist aspects of the role, and there are plenty of opportunities for continuing professional development and education.The work setting will be out-patient and day-care within the Centre and other clinical areas between the hours of 9am and 5pm MondaytoFriday.
with weekend cover 4.5 hrs on Saturday1:4
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse
- Undergraduate degree
- Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
- Post registration qualification relevant to specialty
- Advanced assessment skills
Desirable
- Masters degree or working towards
- Independent nurse prescribing course or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-registration experience in area of speciality
- Previous experience of research and audit
- Undertaken nurse led clinics
- Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
- Proven evidence of improving the patient experience
Desirable
- Current experience of line management of staff
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Expert specialist skills
- Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
- Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
- Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
- Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
- Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
- Demonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
- Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
- Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach
- Evidence of proven, on-going professional development
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- Diplomatic and calm
- To be flexible and approachable
Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse
- Undergraduate degree
- Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
- Post registration qualification relevant to specialty
- Advanced assessment skills
Desirable
- Masters degree or working towards
- Independent nurse prescribing course or willingness to undertake
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-registration experience in area of speciality
- Previous experience of research and audit
- Undertaken nurse led clinics
- Evidence of teaching junior members of staff
- Proven evidence of improving the patient experience
Desirable
- Current experience of line management of staff
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Expert specialist skills
- Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
- Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence
- Skilled in use of computer/keyboard
- Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and to work to deadlines
- Ability to motivate staff and improve individuals and team performance
- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with multi professional teams
- Demonstrates evidence of knowledge and ability to undertake change management
- Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
- Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate credible and professional approach
- Evidence of proven, on-going professional development
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues
- Diplomatic and calm
- To be flexible and approachable
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).
