OPAT & Vascular Access Clinical Nurse Specialist

OPAT & Vascular Access Clinical Nurse Specialist Posted 25 November 2025. 2 posts available: 12‑month and 6‑month fixed‑term contracts. End date is based on start date. Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated OPAT (Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy) and Vascular Access Nurse to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team. The role offers an exciting opportunity to provide specialist nursing care for patients receiving intravenous antimicrobial therapy in the outpatient or community setting, ensuring safe and effective treatment outside of the hospital environment. Responsibilities Deliver and develop the OPAT and Vascular Access services, supporting high‑quality, safe, and effective patient care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. Assess, insert, and manage vascular access devices (including peripheral cannulas, midlines, PICC lines) using ultrasound guidance and evidence‑based infection prevention practices. Assess patients for suitability for OPAT, coordinate care, provide patient and carer education, and act as a key point of contact for troubleshooting and ongoing support. Work collaboratively with the Infection Prevention & Control Team, microbiologists, pharmacists, and community staff to ensure seamless, patient‑centred care and effective antimicrobial stewardship. Lead on audits, surveillance, and reporting related to vascular access, contributing to Trust‑wide infection prevention strategies. Educate and train staff across clinical areas in vascular access management, fostering best practice and competency. Support service development and quality improvement initiatives, including policy updates and pathway development. Participate in research, audit, and governance activities to advance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. Provide telephone advice and outreach support to community staff and patients to prevent unnecessary admissions and ensure continuity of care. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Registered Nurse NMC registration (current, in date) Completed a PICC line insertion course Skills & Abilities Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, as well as an autonomous practitioner Experience in managing central vascular access devices, including troubleshooting Good skills in IT systems and use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Powerpoint) Experience Experience in PICC & midline insertion using ultrasound Clinical experience of working as a Vascular Access and/or OPAT Nurse (desirable) Knowledge (Essential) An understanding of audit, research and evidence‑based nursing care Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values Knowledge (Desirable) Knowledge of current developments and complex issues related to clinical practice in Vascular Access, OPAT and Antimicrobial Stewardship Other Requirements Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values Contract Details Pay scheme: Agenda for Change Band: 7 Salary: £56,276 to £63,176 a year pro‑rate p.a. inc. Contract: Fixed term Duration: 12 months Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 293‑CCS‑0788‑A Job locations: Homerton Hospital, Homerton Row, London, E9 6SR Additional Information Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a 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. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, please see the NHS Careers website and the UK Visas and Immigration website. #J-18808-Ljbffr