NHS

Anticoagulation and Thrombosis Nurse Practitioner


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Pay35,392.00 - 42,618.00 / year
LocationSalisbury/England
Employment typePart-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: C9269-23-0175

      Job summary

      An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 nurse to join the Salisbury Anticoagulation and Thrombosis Team.

      The role involves seeing patients in both the in-patient and out-patient clinical areas assessing, treating and advising patients, carers and allied health care professionals on various aspects of anticoagulation and thrombosis care.

      The ideal candidate should already be working as a Band 6 or Band 5. If a Band 5, they must have at least two years worth of Band 5 experience when applying.

      The successful candidate needs to be enthusiastic and motivated. They should have good communication and time-management skills They must be able to work well autonomously, within a team and collaborate with members of the multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate should also have good IT skills as the use of a computer and several different IT platforms is essential for this role.

      Anticoagulation & Thrombosis experience is not necessary as full training will be provided. Candidate will also be required to undertake training in assessment and history taking and will be expected to become an independent prescriber.

      The post is 30 hours over 4 days.

      Our working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm.

      Main duties of the job

      • To provide and deliver an advanced nursing service for people with specialist needs in both the hospital and out-patient setting.
      • To provide anticoagulation and thrombosis advice and support to patients, their families and other healthcare professionals following diagnosis and through treatment.
      • Work within the Nurse-Led VTE clinic: Interpreting ultrasound scans, completing a clinical assessment, including examination and history taking - training will be provided.
      • Initiating treatment after full assessment of risk and contra indications to treatment
      • Ordering diagnostic tests and interpret the results.
      • Work within the anticoagulation clinic, GP and consultant referrals, bridging clinic etc.
      • To accept responsibility for patient referrals, ensuring all patients have an accurate plan of care, and all paperwork is completed.
      • To ensure continuity of a high standard of evidenced-based care through identifying and initiating appropriate steps for effective care.
      • Provide a warfarin dosing service on behalf of our local GP surgeries with support from the anticoagulation clinical software 4S DAWN

      For further information and as part of the application process, we strongly recommend informal visits to gain a full understanding of this role.

      About us

      Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.

      We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.

      We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.

      Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk

      Date posted

      09 June 2023

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 6

      Salary

      £35,392 to £42,618 a year pro rata for part time

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Part-time

      Reference number

      269-SFT7769

      Job locations

      Salisbury District Hospital

      Odstock Road

      Salisbury

      SP2 8BJ


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      The post holder will assist in the development and delivery of a high quality local nurse led service for patients on anticoagulation therapy as part of the Anticoagulation Nursing Team at Salisbury Foundation Trust (SFT).

      You will take responsibility for a caseload of anticoagulation patients ensuring they are appropriately assessed, management plans are in place and the care they receive is effective, compassionate and of the best quality. You will act as an expert resource for advice, support and education to patients, their carers, and other health care professionals. Once qualified as a non-medical prescriber you will be required to prescribe safe and appropriate medication as required within the realms of your role and in accordance with national guidelines, evidence based practice and local Trust policies.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      The post holder will assist in the development and delivery of a high quality local nurse led service for patients on anticoagulation therapy as part of the Anticoagulation Nursing Team at Salisbury Foundation Trust (SFT).

      You will take responsibility for a caseload of anticoagulation patients ensuring they are appropriately assessed, management plans are in place and the care they receive is effective, compassionate and of the best quality. You will act as an expert resource for advice, support and education to patients, their carers, and other health care professionals. Once qualified as a non-medical prescriber you will be required to prescribe safe and appropriate medication as required within the realms of your role and in accordance with national guidelines, evidence based practice and local Trust policies.

      Person Specification

      Education, Qualifications

      Essential

      • Registered Nurse
      • Degree level qualification
      • Assessor and Mentorship Award

      Desirable

      • Completion of Anticoagulation Course
      • Independent Non-Medical Prescriber

      Experience

      Essential

      • Minimum of 2 years post registration experience
      • Experience of taking charge of ward/department in the absence of a band 6
      • Experience of teaching/supervision of others
      • Good analytical skills and ability to recognise deterioration, ability to make judgements on problems requiring investigation, analysis and escalation of care

      Desirable

      • Experience working in Anticoagulation or VTE
      • Experience of autonomous working
      • Cardiology experience

      Knowledge and Skills

      Essential

      • Demonstrates competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical setting
      • Excellent communication skills, including written and spoken communication
      • Good IT skills and knowledge of MS Office
      • Ability to do a presentation using presentation software packages.
      • Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan
      • Knowledge of; Risk Management Record Keeping Health & Safety Infection Control Clinical Governance PDR's and Clinical Supervision
      • Customer Care/Complaints
      • Managerial Skills; Ability to work as a team Demonstrate prioritisation skills Excellent Interpersonal skills Ability to supervise nursing staff

      Desirable

      • Knowledge of drug interactions and interactions associated with anticoagulation therapy
      • Knowledge of VTE and its treatment
      • Experience using 4S DAWN
      • Experience using SFT local IT applications eg: Lorenzo
      • Ability to use a CoaguChek for point of care INR testing

      Other Job-Related Requirements

      Essential

      • Flexibility in working patterns to meet the needs of the service
      • Is able to participate as a team member
      • Willing to accept additional responsibilities as delegated by senior staff
      • Reliability
      • Courteous and professional attitude
      • Willingness to train and be trained
      • Committed to personal/professional development
      Person Specification

      Education, Qualifications

      Essential

      • Registered Nurse
      • Degree level qualification
      • Assessor and Mentorship Award

      Desirable

      • Completion of Anticoagulation Course
      • Independent Non-Medical Prescriber

      Experience

      Essential

      • Minimum of 2 years post registration experience
      • Experience of taking charge of ward/department in the absence of a band 6
      • Experience of teaching/supervision of others
      • Good analytical skills and ability to recognise deterioration, ability to make judgements on problems requiring investigation, analysis and escalation of care

      Desirable

      • Experience working in Anticoagulation or VTE
      • Experience of autonomous working
      • Cardiology experience

      Knowledge and Skills

      Essential

      • Demonstrates competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical setting
      • Excellent communication skills, including written and spoken communication
      • Good IT skills and knowledge of MS Office
      • Ability to do a presentation using presentation software packages.
      • Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan
      • Knowledge of; Risk Management Record Keeping Health & Safety Infection Control Clinical Governance PDR's and Clinical Supervision
      • Customer Care/Complaints
      • Managerial Skills; Ability to work as a team Demonstrate prioritisation skills Excellent Interpersonal skills Ability to supervise nursing staff

      Desirable

      • Knowledge of drug interactions and interactions associated with anticoagulation therapy
      • Knowledge of VTE and its treatment
      • Experience using 4S DAWN
      • Experience using SFT local IT applications eg: Lorenzo
      • Ability to use a CoaguChek for point of care INR testing

      Other Job-Related Requirements

      Essential

      • Flexibility in working patterns to meet the needs of the service
      • Is able to participate as a team member
      • Willing to accept additional responsibilities as delegated by senior staff
      • Reliability
      • Courteous and professional attitude
      • Willingness to train and be trained
      • Committed to personal/professional development

      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

      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

      Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      Salisbury District Hospital

      Odstock Road

      Salisbury

      SP2 8BJ


      Employer's website

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

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      Salisbury District Hospital

      Odstock Road

      Salisbury

      SP2 8BJ


      Employer's website

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

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