Job summary
Anticoagulation Nurse
Same Day Emergency Care
Band 6 £35,392 -£42,618 per annumpro rata
Hours: Part Time 22.5 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
We are looking for an experienced and motivated nurse to join our dedicated and established Veno-thromboembolism (VTE) team which provides seamless outpatient management of patient with deep vein thrombosis and patients with pulmonary embolism.
The team closely work with Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) Unit who provides same day emergency care service and Anticoagulant Bridging clinic who provides pre- surgical advice and management on different antiplatelets used by these patients.
The post holder will run the nurse-led VTE clinic with the support of Anticoagulation Pharmacist as well as the weekly multidisciplinary meeting led by the Consultant Haematologist and /or Acute Physician.
If you have a strong focus on improving patient experience and care and you are able to work inter professionally across boundaries, we are keen to hear from you.
Interview date: w/c 1st July 2024
Main duties of the job
To facilitate and provide expert high quality specialist nursing care to all patients diagnosed with Pulmonary Embolism and Deep Vein Thrombosis and provide the pre-procedural anticoagulation clinics for elective procedures within Milton Keynes University Hospital Foundation Trust.
About us
Our staff are the happiest NHS staff; MKUH staff scored highest for 'I look forward to coming to work' (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job Description for further details
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job Description for further details
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse
- Evidence of competency in teaching and assessment
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing/ Health-related subject
Desirable
- Recognised anticoagulation qualification
- History Taking and Patient Assessment course
- Non-Medical Prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in a specialist role in Anticoagulation Nursing
- Experience in ambulatory DVT/ PE management
- Evidence of ability to work autonomously
- Evidence of developing and leading nurse-led clinics/ services
- Previous experience of formal and informal teaching of patients and staff
- Relevant experience at Band 5 level Nurse
Desirable
- Experience/appreciation of community issues/needs
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge in the field of anticoagulation and VTE
- Knowledge of the key professional issues and `NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
- Ability to critically review and communicate clinical information.
- Clinical assessment, and excellent decision making skills
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication including interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates good presentation skills.
- Able to manage, prioritise and organise own work/ case load. As a role model demonstrate good time keeping
- Adaptable
- Evidence of being able to work independently and as part of the team.
- Good IT skills
- Excellent venepuncture skills
- Understanding and Interpretation of blood results
Desirable
- Research participation at local level/understanding of research clinical trials
- Skills in critical analysis and application of research to practice
Personal and people development
Desirable
- Ability to be flexible, fair and has initiative to be able to work within & manage a team
- Motivated, positive , self directed and committed.
- Proactive
- Able to deliver and receive constructive feedback
Communication
Desirable
- Self-awareness and diplomacy
- Excellent written and documentation as per NMC code of conduct.
- Excellent skills and manner in dealing with telephone consultation with patient.
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse
- Evidence of competency in teaching and assessment
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing/ Health-related subject
Desirable
- Recognised anticoagulation qualification
- History Taking and Patient Assessment course
- Non-Medical Prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in a specialist role in Anticoagulation Nursing
- Experience in ambulatory DVT/ PE management
- Evidence of ability to work autonomously
- Evidence of developing and leading nurse-led clinics/ services
- Previous experience of formal and informal teaching of patients and staff
- Relevant experience at Band 5 level Nurse
Desirable
- Experience/appreciation of community issues/needs
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge in the field of anticoagulation and VTE
- Knowledge of the key professional issues and `NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
- Ability to critically review and communicate clinical information.
- Clinical assessment, and excellent decision making skills
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication including interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates good presentation skills.
- Able to manage, prioritise and organise own work/ case load. As a role model demonstrate good time keeping
- Adaptable
- Evidence of being able to work independently and as part of the team.
- Good IT skills
- Excellent venepuncture skills
- Understanding and Interpretation of blood results
Desirable
- Research participation at local level/understanding of research clinical trials
- Skills in critical analysis and application of research to practice
Personal and people development
Desirable
- Ability to be flexible, fair and has initiative to be able to work within & manage a team
- Motivated, positive , self directed and committed.
- Proactive
- Able to deliver and receive constructive feedback
Communication
Desirable
- Self-awareness and diplomacy
- Excellent written and documentation as per NMC code of conduct.
- Excellent skills and manner in dealing with telephone consultation with patient.
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
