The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Anticoagulant Nurse

The closing date is 22 May 2025

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated nurses to join our friendly team.We currently have one postat 37.5 hours per week.

We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive nurses to join our team, previous experience of anticoagulation would be desirable but not essential as full training will be given in all aspects of the speciality. This role is part community and travel to different Hospital sites and patients' homes will be required.

A commitment to undertake the non-medical prescribing course is essential if certificate not already held.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for delivering a high standard of specialist nursing care within the specialist Service and will support the CNS (Clinical Nurse Specialist) or Sisters in ensuring high standards of nursingcare are provided to all patients receiving care in the specialty.

The post holder will be department based. The post holder will support the CNS/Sisters in providing professional advice to members of themultidisciplinary team; assist in developing the skills and knowledge of staff to deliver high quality care and achieve the performance targets for the specialty

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Details

Date posted

08 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata, per annum (Band 6 on completion of competences)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-0525-7054459

Job locations

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC registered

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification
  • Previous substantial experience in relevant speciality

Skills

Essential

  • Skilled practitioner
  • Committed to personal self development
  • Driving
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC registered

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification
  • Previous substantial experience in relevant speciality

Skills

Essential

  • Skilled practitioner
  • Committed to personal self development
  • Driving

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Nurse Specialist

Sarah Hughes

Sarah.hughes27@nhs.net

01384456111

Details

Date posted

08 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata, per annum (Band 6 on completion of competences)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-0525-7054459

Job locations

Russells Hall Hospital

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


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