Anticoagulation & DVT Nurse Specialist

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a DVT and Anticoagulant Nurse Specialist for their Southport Hospital. This role involves assessing, planning, and evaluating clinical pathways for patients with suspected or confirmed DVT. The Specialist Nurse will initiate treatment and manage patient safety through consultation and education, ensuring compliance with therapeutic plans. The ideal candidate will have specialised anticoagulation knowledge and strong assessment skills, contributing significantly to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing and managing patients on Anti Coagulation therapy.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive patient assessments and histories.
• Knowledge of non-medical prescribing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialised Anti Coagulation analysis to ensure patient safety.
• Undertake triage and provide care planning for complex cases.
• Conduct nurse led consultations and develop individual care plans.

Skills

Specialised Anti Coagulation knowledge

Triage and care planning

Telephone consultation skills

Patient safety management

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a DVT and Anticoagulant Nurse Specialist for their Southport Hospital. This role involves assessing, planning, and evaluating clinical pathways for patients with suspected or confirmed DVT. The Specialist Nurse will initiate treatment and manage patient safety through consultation and education, ensuring compliance with therapeutic plans. The ideal candidate will have specialised anticoagulation knowledge and strong assessment skills, contributing significantly to patient care and safety.