Nurse Specialist

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom d6b15029-b5df-4717-a993-3523eaf20746 Full time £35,000 - £55,000 per year

Job Overview
An opportunity has arisen within the Anticoagulation team for a permanent post as a Band 6 Nurse Specialist. The team are based in Pathology at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and use the Dawn software to manage the patient caseload.

We are looking for a highly motivated and organised nurse to provide telephone dosing advice to a range of patients, complying with national guidelines. You will be able to communicate effectively with the patient, their carers their GP and staff providing the clinical and laboratory services. A caring and patient disposition is essential.

Full training & development package can be offered

*Main duties of the job*

  • Provide comprehensive information to new patients, their relatives or carers on the patients therapy, making particular reference to the therapeutic actions of warfarin, its dietary interactions, side effects and other factors that might affect its metabolism.
  • Answer patients questions and concerns and provide timely advice.
  • Act as a point of contact for clinical advice to patients, GP's, and healthcare professionals. Aim to prevent hospital admission by organising treatment of patients within a primary care setting whenever possible.
  • Dose patients with warfarin safely and effectively, following Consultant guidelines.
  • Develop novel and effective ways of communicating information about anticoagulation treatment to all patients, especially those who are elderly or confused. Encourage patients' participation and co-operation in their own treatment, acting as a patients advocate.
  • Communicate and liaise with the Clerical Officer assigned to the Anticoagulation section of the laboratory on all matters relating to the administration of the service.
  • Understand and be able to interpret the computerised DAWN (decision-support programme) system.
  • Maintain comprehensive, precise and accurate patient records and statistical information adhering to the Nursing & Midwifery Council (N&MC) guidelines relating to confidentiality, at all times.

*Working for your organisation*
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

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