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Prif leoliad
Thrombosis and Anticoagulation services
Gradd
Band 6
Contract
Parhaol
Oriau
Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos (Monday -Friday 9am - 5.00pm (Hours can be adjusted to suit the service) exc. BH)
Cyfeirnod y swydd
279-7355665-AUG25
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279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Math o gyflogwr
NHS
Gwefan
Worthing Hospital
Tref
Worthing
Cyflog
£38,682 - £46,580 per annum
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11/09/2025 23:59

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279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust logo

Thrombosis and Anticoagulation Clinical Nurse Specialist

Band 6

 About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

 Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First .  In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme  for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. 

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. 

 

Trosolwg o'r swydd

We would like to take this opportunity to identify a suitable candidate to join the Thrombosis and Anticoagulation nurse led team at St Richards and Worthing Hospital in a Band 6 CNS role.

We are therefore seeking applications from candidates  who have the appropriate clinical experience, leadership potential, and professional competencies required to fulfil the responsibilities of this role.

This role offers an excellent development opportunity for a motivated individual looking to gain experience in Thrombosis and Anticoagulation  within a supportive environment. Anticoagulation nurse led services across UHSx are in a process of merging with a vision to establish a symbiotic anticoagulation service for all our clients.

The successful candidate will work closely within the Thrombosis and Anticoagulation team across both sites supporting the Deputy Thrombosis and Anticoagulation Nurse (B7) based at SRH & WG.

As part of this process, we strongly encourage individuals with a passion for service improvement, personal development, and collaborative working to apply.

We would consider training a person into this position as long as they have the relevant clinical experience required.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

The role of the Thrombosis and Anticoagulation Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a highly specialised role that will involve providing expert care, advice, guidance and professional judgement within the remit of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) and Anticoagulation for our service users, Trust professionals and external care stakeholders.

As a CNS you will be working as part of a MDT to manage the care of our anticoagulation and thrombosis patients within this geographical area.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

 

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. 

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

 

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

 

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

 

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

Working closely within the VTE/Anticoagulation Nurse team with the Haematology consultants & anticoagulation Pharmacist, the CNS provides an anticoagulation dosing and advice service, for patients on Vitamin K Antagonists and direct oral anticoagulants.

Our client group includes a variety of patients with pro-thrombotic conditions requiring safe & effective management of their anticoagulation. This care is delivered across both hospital sites.

To assist with the in- patient management of the complex patients providing specialist knowledge and ensuring transition of anticoagulation management plans between primary and secondary care

As a thrombosis and anticoagulation nurse specialist, you will be expected to manage complex anticoagulation patient cases and take part in the Anticoagulation MDT meeting to ensure sound governance within this service.

There is no specific caseload of patients to manage, but there shall be shared responsibility for the cohort of patients attending the service

You will be responsible for autonomously running an anticoagulation clinic for your client group under the overarching supervision of your senior lead specialist nurses.

An important aspect of this role is to liaise with the community health professionals regarding the care of your patients and to provide education on venous thromboembolism and anticoagulation for patients and other health care practitioners

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Qualifications / Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • NMC registration with substantial experience
  • Acute clinical experience
  • Experience of using multiple trust IT systems
  • Evidence of autonomous practice
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Experience of working within an anticoagulation clinic
  • University accredited anticoagulation course
  • Non medical prescriber or desire to train
  • Teaching and mentorship training
  • Work within clinic settings
  • Experience of using anticoagulation dosing software such as DAWN
  • Physical assessment course
  • Venepuncture
  • Trained in using Coaguchek point of care testing machines
  • Experience with quality control testing

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr

Veteran AwareApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardDisability confident employerStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible Working

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Application numbers

This advert has been capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, it will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this post to prevent you from missing out on applying for this opportunity.

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Enw
Samantha Bywater
Teitl y swydd
Anticoagulation Nurse Manager
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
Rhif ffôn
01273664578
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