Anticoagulation Nurse Manager

NHS; Worthing; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a motivated individual to step into the role of Acting Anticoagulation Nurse Manager. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop anticoagulation services while ensuring continuity of care. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in VTE anticoagulation and a passion for service improvement. You'll work closely with a supportive team, enhancing your operational leadership skills in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and prioritizes staff wellbeing, making a meaningful impact in patient care.

Benefits

Staff Networks

Wellbeing Programme

Buddy System for New Members

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in VTE Anticoagulation is essential.
• Must hold current UK professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Acting Anticoagulation Nurse Manager for 6 months.
• Manage and support anticoagulation services across sites.

Skills

VTE Anticoagulation

Leadership

Non-Medical Prescribing

Team Management

Teaching Skills

IT Skills

Education

RGN Adult

Tools

DAWN Anticoagulation System

Job description

Job summary

Our current Anticoagulation Nurse Manager (West) will be retiring on 13th July 2025. We are seeking a suitable candidate to act up into this Band 7 role temporarily, ensuring continuity of leadership and service delivery until the service is redesigned and fully merged.

Applicants should have appropriate clinical experience, leadership potential, and professional competencies to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.

This position offers an excellent development opportunity for a motivated individual interested in gaining experience in operational leadership, service development, and staff management within a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Lead Anticoagulation Nurse (B8a) at RSCH to manage and support anticoagulation services across both sites.

We encourage individuals passionate about service improvement, staff development, and collaborative working to apply.

We welcome applications from those with a UK NMC registration. Currently, we are not hiring internationally qualified nurses requiring sponsorship.

Main duties of the job

Key Information:

• Role: Acting Anticoagulation Nurse Manager - Band 7 (West)
• Duration: 6 months, temporary cover following the current post holder's retirement
• Sites covered: SRH and Worthing (travel between sites required)
• Support: Ongoing supervision and leadership support from the Lead Anticoagulation Nurse (B8a) at RSCH

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We are committed to inclusion and putting the patient first, as reflected in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. We value your uniqueness and experiences as part of our innovative community. We offer Staff Networks, a buddy system for new members, and are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We prioritize compassion and empathy for patients and staff. Our extensive Wellbeing Programme supports staff wellbeing, recognizing that caring for others starts with caring for oneself.

As a university trust and healthcare research leader, we promote learning, teaching, and training to support your growth. Choosing UHSussex means embarking on a rewarding career where your contributions are valued.

We look forward to your application and to supporting your journey with UHSussex.

Details

Date posted: 07 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 6 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 279-7143674-MAY25

Job locations: Worthing and St Richards, Worthing Hospital, BN11 2DH

Job description

Please see the attached detailed job description for main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential

• RGN adult
• Extensive experience in VTE Anticoagulation
• Non-Medical Prescriber
• Experience with DAWN anticoagulation system
• Experience in leading teams

Desirable

• Previous Band 7 experience
• IT skills
• Teaching skills

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

• Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles
• Evidence of personal development in understanding equality issues

Additional requirements

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more information, visit the NHS Careers website.