Sickle Cell Nurse Specialist

1 month ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sickle Cell Disease Nurse to join our team at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. As a Sickle Cell Nurse Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing expert advice, education, support, and interventions to children and young people with Sickle Cell Disease and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert assessment, plan, and evaluation of patient care in the specialist area of Sickle Cell Disease.
  • Offer advice and support to all staff involved in the care of children and young adults with Sickle Cell Disease, focusing on health promotion and prevention of crisis.
  • Act as an advocate for patients and staff, ensuring they receive the understanding and facilities they need to manage their condition.
  • Communicate sensitive condition-related information to children and families in a caring, developmentally appropriate, and jargon-free manner.
  • Participate in audit activities to assess and monitor the quality of nursing practice in the specialist area and assist in implementing changes based on findings.
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with staff supporting the needs of children with Sickle Cell Disease, including paediatricians, GPs, school nurses, health visitors, therapists, education, and social care staff.
Person Specification
  • Registered Children's Nurse
  • First Degree in a relevant subject
  • Community Qualification (Specialist Practitioner)
  • Experience of caring for children with Sickle Cell Disease in a community or acute setting and knowledge of how chronic illness affects children and their families
  • Experience of teaching and facilitation skills
  • Proficient computer skills, including the use of MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to travel and work in a variety of settings across Hertfordshire
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding processes
  • Experience of joint working with other professionals
What We Offer

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to children and young people with Sickle Cell Disease, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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