Job summary
Anti coagulation Clinical Nurse Specialist Band 7
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Anticoagulation Nurse Specialist to work as a key member of our established Haematology Team at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.We are seeking an experienced registered nurse with knowledge and skills in the management of patients receiving anticoagulants to join our team of clinical nurse specialists. As an autonomous practitioner you will have an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge to contribute to the busy and diverse anticoagulation service.You will be supported by highly experienced Clinical Nurse Specialists in the care and management of patients on anticoagulants by supporting patients and their family at the point of initiation and long term management of patients with complex anticoagulant needs. This willinclude participating in MDT, delivery of an in-reach service across the three hospital sites supporting medical colleagues in the safe use of anticoagulation therapy across the various disciplines, nurse led clinics and treatment monitoring reviews.The ideal candidate will be an experienced nurse with the ability to work autonomously with support from the multi-disciplinary team. You will be able to demonstrate recent experience of caring for patients on anticoagulation therapies and an understanding of current treatment modalities associated around anticoagulation.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of the post is to manage the Team of Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialists and provide expert specialist clinical practice for both outpatients and inpatients. The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) acts as a keyworker for the patient. The CNS will lead in the use of evidence-based clinical practice in line with current research, guidelines and other available evidence. They will ensure that patients and their families are fully informed about their journey through the service. The CNS will liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team when required to ensure delivery of reliable high quality care.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
We focus on what matters mostWe treat others how we would like to be treatedWe are passionate and creative in our workWe do what we say we are going to doWe are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work autonomously, providing an effective nurse-led service as needs dictate.
Demonstrate comprehensive holistic assessment of patients utilising a variety of advanced clinical skills, while acting as a role model, in line with the Clinical Nurse Specialist role for the service.
To assess and diagnose specific symptoms within scope of practice; advise medical and nursing staff and/or prescribe medications according to patients requirements, writing a record in the medical notes and reassessing according to the individual patient needs.
Provide an effective and accessible telephone advice service for patients and families and their carers.
Promote and initiate innovations and change related to improvement of clinical services in relation to the speciality.
Where relevant to role, undertake non-medical prescribing as appropriate to patient/client group.
To continually review performance against Key Performance Indicators, proactively addressing areas of concern, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
Undertake advanced technical skills with appropriate training and specific to the clinical area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work autonomously, providing an effective nurse-led service as needs dictate.
Demonstrate comprehensive holistic assessment of patients utilising a variety of advanced clinical skills, while acting as a role model, in line with the Clinical Nurse Specialist role for the service.
To assess and diagnose specific symptoms within scope of practice; advise medical and nursing staff and/or prescribe medications according to patients requirements, writing a record in the medical notes and reassessing according to the individual patient needs.
Provide an effective and accessible telephone advice service for patients and families and their carers.
Promote and initiate innovations and change related to improvement of clinical services in relation to the speciality.
Where relevant to role, undertake non-medical prescribing as appropriate to patient/client group.
To continually review performance against Key Performance Indicators, proactively addressing areas of concern, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
Undertake advanced technical skills with appropriate training and specific to the clinical area.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practice Degree with relevance to specialism Education at Masters degree level ( L7) or above in specialism Qualification in Teaching/mentoring Commitment to study if not already a non-medical prescriber, and will meet university requirements for admission to course.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience Significant experience at band 6 or above in specialist area, or relevant area with transferable skills.
Desirable
Communication Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team Excellent communication both written and verbal Excellent interpersonal skills.
- 2 years as a Band 6
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate good communication via verbal and written skills
Research/Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation/ undertaking research/ audit
Desirable
- Understanding benefit of audit and research
Leadership
Essential
- Evidence of managing/ leading change
Desirable
- Previous experience of change management
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practice Degree with relevance to specialism Education at Masters degree level ( L7) or above in specialism Qualification in Teaching/mentoring Commitment to study if not already a non-medical prescriber, and will meet university requirements for admission to course.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience Significant experience at band 6 or above in specialist area, or relevant area with transferable skills.
Desirable
Communication Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team Excellent communication both written and verbal Excellent interpersonal skills.
- 2 years as a Band 6
Desirable
- Ability to demonstrate good communication via verbal and written skills
Research/Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation/ undertaking research/ audit
Desirable
- Understanding benefit of audit and research
Leadership
Essential
- Evidence of managing/ leading change
Desirable
- Previous experience of change management
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).
