Autonomous Anticoagulation Practitioner

University Hospitals Dorset; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking a Band 6 Anticoagulation Practitioner to deliver autonomous dosing for patients on anticoagulants across hospital and community settings. You will manage a caseload, initiate and adjust therapy, and provide education and specialist advice to patients and families.

The role offers a dynamic MDT environment, opportunities for professional development, and a focus on patient safety and quality of care within the UHD network.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in post registration Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) at Band 5.
• Good keyboard and telephone skills.
• Experience of using computerised anticoagulation software would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide an autonomous clinical dosing service for patients on anticoagulants in hospital and community settings.
• Manage a caseload of patients requiring anticoagulation therapy, including initiation, bridging, conversion, and maintenance.
• Dose Warfarin and DOACs using computerised dosing software in line with Trust and national guidelines.
• Deliver structured education, support, and specialist advice to patients and their families.

Skills

NMC registered nurse

Keyboard skills

Telephone communication

Tools

Anticoagulation software

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking a Band 6 Anticoagulation Practitioner to deliver autonomous dosing for patients on anticoagulants across hospital and community settings. You will manage a caseload, initiate and adjust therapy, and provide education and specialist advice to patients and families.

The role offers a dynamic MDT environment, opportunities for professional development, and a focus on patient safety and quality of care within the UHD network.