Job summary
The post holder will work closely with the Blood Transfusion Service Manager to maintain and support the integrated implementation of all local, National and International regulatory and specialist transfusion guidelines and requirements. Effective quality and risk management, will be promoted by establishing and supporting a culture of continuous quality improvement within all aspects of clinical and laboratory Blood Transfusion Practice throughout Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB).
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
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The post holder will provide leadership and direction to all BCUHB staff (and any other staff that BCUHB holds a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with) involved in transfusion, whilst acting as a role model to ensure high standards of care are implemented and maintained
With reference to national guidelines, develop and implement the health board transfusion policy and procedures, designed to improve the safety and effectiveness of the practice of blood transfusion medicine
Design and deliver comprehensive training programmes throughout BCUHB to all levels of staff involved in transfusion
Provide highly specialist advice on transfusion practice and procedures to nursing, medical and other staff involved in the transfusion process.
Provide written and verbal reports regarding highly contentious incidents and investigations to the hospital transfusion committee and senior staff throughout the Health Board
Will lead on the national audit programs for BCUHB and generate the outcome report for the Haematology Transfusion Committee and Clinical Governance Committee. This requires the post holder to display significant skills in the utilisation of IT packages such as Word, Excel and Power point.
The post holder must comply with the requirements of the Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and the Central Alerting System via the MHRA and produce a safe and effective blood transfusion system accordingly
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Degree/ Higher Degree /First level Nursing
- Qualification/Registered BMS (HCPC)
- Additional specialist knowledge to Masters' level equivalent
Desirable
- Master's Degree
- Haematology & Transfusion diploma/BBTS specialist transfusion practice
- Teaching/Assessing Module.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation, national and local policies relating to blood transfusion.
- Ward/Team management experience or experience of change management
- Transfusion laboratory experience at Band 6
- Clinical Transfusion experience at Band 6
- Experience of providing staff training
Desirable
- Working in a wide range of clinical areas.
- Understanding of the functions of the Hospital Transfusion Team/Committee
- Knowledge of MHRA/BSQR, SABRE and SHOT
- Experience of working at B7 Level
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to produce verbal and written reports to a high standard
- Needs to be able to work autonomously and as part of a team, be enthusiastic and demonstrate a high level of self-motivation.
- Must be able to communicate confidently and clearly with staff at all levels within the organisation
- Negotiation and coaching skills
- Excellent Teaching/Presentation skills.
- Organisational and line management skills.
- I.T. skills e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft word, TEAMS, share point
- A clear vision of best practice and positive management of change
- Experience of local and national audit completion, submission and review
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Cannulation, venepuncture and dexterity.
- Clinical supervision skills
Values
Essential
- Demonstrates care, compassion and competence in their approach to ensure high quality patient care
- Displays commitment to all aspects of this evolving role.
Other
Essential
- Must be able to work flexibly.
- Must be able to travel in a timely manner in order to attend meetings/training on other Health Board sites
- Fit and able to fulfil the requirements of the post
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Degree/ Higher Degree /First level Nursing
- Qualification/Registered BMS (HCPC)
- Additional specialist knowledge to Masters' level equivalent
Desirable
- Master's Degree
- Haematology & Transfusion diploma/BBTS specialist transfusion practice
- Teaching/Assessing Module.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of legislation, national and local policies relating to blood transfusion.
- Ward/Team management experience or experience of change management
- Transfusion laboratory experience at Band 6
- Clinical Transfusion experience at Band 6
- Experience of providing staff training
Desirable
- Working in a wide range of clinical areas.
- Understanding of the functions of the Hospital Transfusion Team/Committee
- Knowledge of MHRA/BSQR, SABRE and SHOT
- Experience of working at B7 Level
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to produce verbal and written reports to a high standard
- Needs to be able to work autonomously and as part of a team, be enthusiastic and demonstrate a high level of self-motivation.
- Must be able to communicate confidently and clearly with staff at all levels within the organisation
- Negotiation and coaching skills
- Excellent Teaching/Presentation skills.
- Organisational and line management skills.
- I.T. skills e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft word, TEAMS, share point
- A clear vision of best practice and positive management of change
- Experience of local and national audit completion, submission and review
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Cannulation, venepuncture and dexterity.
- Clinical supervision skills
Values
Essential
- Demonstrates care, compassion and competence in their approach to ensure high quality patient care
- Displays commitment to all aspects of this evolving role.
Other
Essential
- Must be able to work flexibly.
- Must be able to travel in a timely manner in order to attend meetings/training on other Health Board sites
- Fit and able to fulfil the requirements of the post
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).
