Clinical Nurse Specialist Venous Thromboembolism Prevention
The closing date is 11 August 2025
Job summary
The VTE Nurse Specialist will work with the Trust Clinical lead for VTE, Thrombosis Committee and Anticoagulant Service:To ensure the development, dissemination, and implementation of best practise in VTE prevention, diagnosis and treatment and to provide regular Trust wide audit relating to VTE leading to significant quality improvements in the field of VTE prevention
The VTE Nurse Specialist will also be expected to contribute directly to clinical care relating to thromboprophylaxis on the wards, emergency departments and in pre assessment clinics, reviewing management plans, and educating by example.
Main duties of the job
To work closely with pharmacists, nurses, doctors to ensure adherence to VTE prevention policies and procedures.
To be a resource for clinical staff to discuss VTE prophylaxis in individual patients in conjunction with haematology staff.
To coordinate PSII's relating to VTE with support from the VTE Clinical lead.
To manage and deliver educational and training packages for both health care workers and patients.
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Details
Date posted
28 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£53,751 to £60,651 a year pa incl HCAS pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
396-7360462-GO-PB
Job locations
Kingston Hospital
Galsworthy Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey,
Kingston Upon Thames
KT2 7QB
Employer details
Employer name
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kingston Hospital
Galsworthy Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey,
Kingston Upon Thames
KT2 7QB
Employer's website
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