Clinical Nurse Specialist

West London NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Specialist IV Nurse to lead IV therapy and phlebotomy services in the community. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based practices. The successful candidate will work autonomously, managing a complex caseload and developing care pathways. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional community healthcare services, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading IV therapy and phlebotomy services.
• Strong operational management skills in community healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of IV therapy and manage complex caseloads.
• Develop care pathways and evaluate clinical policies for phlebotomy.

Skills

IV Therapy

Operational Management

Phlebotomy

Clinical Pathways Evaluation

Education

Nursing Degree

Specialist IV Nurse Qualification

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Specialist IV Nurse to join the Ealing Community Partnership. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated practitioner to lead on IV therapy in the community. Additionally, we are looking for a candidate with experience, knowledge, and proven skills in operational management to oversee the community phlebotomy service.

Community IV Specialist Nurse

This key role involves providing an integrated specialist nursing service for residents requiring IV therapy who are registered with a GP in the London Borough of Ealing. The service operates 7 days a week from 9 am to 5 pm, offering domiciliary visits.

The post holder will coordinate the delivery of IV therapy by the Adult Community Nursing Services and will undertake initial visits, either alone or with a member of the Community Nursing Teams.

Community Phlebotomy Service

The post holder will coordinate and develop the Community Phlebotomy service supporting housebound clients, including those in care homes. The role involves ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care, and evaluating clinical pathways, policies, and procedures for phlebotomy across primary and community care.

Intravenous Therapy

• Be the specialist lead for IV Therapy, providing expert advice to staff, clients, and families, and conducting initial visits when possible.
• Work as an autonomous practitioner, using independent prescribing where appropriate, managing a complex caseload.
• Triages referrals, conducts initial assessments, and reviews care plans to optimize patient care.
• Develop and assess care pathways for timely IV therapy interventions.
• Lead on the formulation and review of policies, standards, and guidelines for IV therapy.

Phlebotomy

Be the specialist lead for Phlebotomy, providing expert advice, developing care pathways, and reviewing policies and standards.

West London NHS Trust is a diverse healthcare provider offering mental health, physical healthcare, and community services. It manages Broadmoor Hospital and provides services across multiple London boroughs, employing over 5,000 staff. The Trust is rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission, with forensic services rated 'Outstanding'.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Scott Elbourne
Job title: Service Manager
Email: [e-mail]