Nurse Specialist - Anti-Coagulation

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a Band 6 Nurse Specialist for a permanent position in the Anticoagulation team. The role involves providing telephone dosing advice, managing patient caseloads, and ensuring effective communication among patients and healthcare teams. Applicants should be Registered Nurses with significant clinical experience, especially in anticoagulation. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £38,682 to £46,580 annually.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with substantial post-registration experience.
• Experience with clinical software and anticoagulant management.
• Ability to teach and assess in the clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurse-led anticoagulation service to referred patients.
• Enhance communication between patient, laboratory, and GP.
• Demonstrate specialist knowledge of anticoagulation.

Skills

Anticoagulant management

Effective communication

Clinical software experience

Education

BSc Adult nursing or equivalent

Tools

Dawn software

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• To provide a nurse-led anticoagulation service to patients referred to Haematology.
• To promote effective communication between the patient, the laboratory and the patient's GP or referring clinician, ensuring the best possible care and advice is given to the patient.
• Demonstrate specialist knowledge on all aspects of anticoagulation.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We are 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 a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we are 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!

Details

Date posted: 22 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 223-ACN-574-A

Job locations: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• BSc Adult nursing or equivalent

Desirable

• Teaching qualification: ENB 998 Teaching/Assessing, City & Guilds 7307/6, or equivalent

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Substantial post registration experience with a broad range of clinical experience
• Experience of working with a clinical software tool
• Experience in anticoagulant management
• Experience of developing practice in others and in possession of a wide skill set in teaching and learning practices
• Experience of working and contributing within a caseload of patients with complex care needs
• Able to demonstrate a comprehensive working knowledge of medication and interventions used in the management of thromboembolism and anticoagulation therapy
• Able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and initiatives and common issues in relation to anticoagulation

Desirable

• Experience of teaching and assessing in the clinical area

Safeguarding and regulatory

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such a submission for Disclosure to the DBS is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Mytton Oak Road,
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ

Employer's website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/