Job summary JOB SUMMARY o Within a B6 Scope of Practice, act as the clinical and professional resource to the patients, carers and multi-professional team, within the Sickle Cell & Thalassemia Service.o Support the B7 in the day-to-day management of sickle cell and thalassemia patient caseload as designated, ensuring the nursing care delivered is of a high standard.o To work with the Specialist Haemoglobinopathy Team and the network, to assist in the development of evidence based clinical nursing practice in line with current research and guidelines and to effectively deliver an expert nursing service within the specialist area.o To work alongside other specialist nurses/Lead Nurse to ensure the development and delivery of a high quality service.o Directly or indirectly, influence all aspects of care and management for patients within the service/speciality.o Deliver high quality, clinically effective care, patient experience, utilizing research in collaboration with colleagues in everyday practice.o Act as a role model and clinical resource for junior staff, demonstrating high standards of care.o Support the B7 in the development and delivery of a programme of practice and professional development of staff within a speciality.o Support the B7 to continue to develop the sickle cell and Thalassaemia service. Main duties of the job In conjunction with the haemoglobinopathies teams across East Midlands, the post holder will contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of a high-quality specialist haemoglobinopathies service in the community. The post holder will provide care to people with sickle cell disease and thalassaemia in the home and in the hospital when required to improve standards and equity of care. About us With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. Date posted 20 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 164-6950788 Job locations Nottingham University Hospital, City Campus Hucknall Road Nottingham NG51PB Job description Job responsibilities 1. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Work alongside other clinical nurse specialists, Lead Clinicians, Clinical Psychologist, Allied Health Professionals, Sister/Charge Nurse and their teams, Maternity Staff and Laboratory, Blood Bank and the East Midland Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Network. Paediatrics, General Practitioners, Social Services, Universities and student disability teams and student UnionsGENERAL DUTIESIn addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below:Infection ControlTo maintain a clean, safe environment, ensuring adherence to the Trusts standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control. For senior/clinical managers the following statement must also be includedThe post holder is accountable for minimising the risks of infections and for the implementation of the Code of Practice for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections as outlined in the Health Act 2006. This includes receiving assurance of risk and embedding evidence-based practice into daily routines of all staff.Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults Nottingham University Hospitals is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerableadults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. Information GovernanceAll staff have an individual responsibility for creating accurate records of their work and for making entries into and managing all NHS records effectively in line with the Health Record Keeping Policy and other Health Records and Corporate Records Management policies and procedures in order to meet the Trusts legal, regulatory and accountability requirements. Job description Job responsibilities 1. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Work alongside other clinical nurse specialists, Lead Clinicians, Clinical Psychologist, Allied Health Professionals, Sister/Charge Nurse and their teams, Maternity Staff and Laboratory, Blood Bank and the East Midland Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Network. Paediatrics, General Practitioners, Social Services, Universities and student disability teams and student UnionsGENERAL DUTIESIn addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below:Infection ControlTo maintain a clean, safe environment, ensuring adherence to the Trusts standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control. For senior/clinical managers the following statement must also be includedThe post holder is accountable for minimising the risks of infections and for the implementation of the Code of Practice for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections as outlined in the Health Act 2006. This includes receiving assurance of risk and embedding evidence-based practice into daily routines of all staff.Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults Nottingham University Hospitals is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerableadults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. Information GovernanceAll staff have an individual responsibility for creating accurate records of their work and for making entries into and managing all NHS records effectively in line with the Health Record Keeping Policy and other Health Records and Corporate Records Management policies and procedures in order to meet the Trusts legal, regulatory and accountability requirements. Person Specification Degree in Nursing Essential Achieved grade Desirable Knowledge of haemoglobinopathies and passion for health inequalities Must have the Haemoglobinopathies advancing client centered care course Essential Achieved Desirable In the process of doing the Haemoglobinopathies advancing client centered care course Experience working with haemoglobinopathy service and doing nurse led clinics Essential Experience Desirable Experience running nurse led clinics Further understanding and experience in haemoglobinopathies Essential Certificates RN Registered on part 1 of the register Current NMC registration. Desirable years of experience Person Specification Degree in Nursing Essential Achieved grade Desirable Knowledge of haemoglobinopathies and passion for health inequalities Must have the Haemoglobinopathies advancing client centered care course Essential Achieved Desirable In the process of doing the Haemoglobinopathies advancing client centered care course Experience working with haemoglobinopathy service and doing nurse led clinics Essential Experience Desirable Experience running nurse led clinics Further understanding and experience in haemoglobinopathies Essential Certificates RN Registered on part 1 of the register Current NMC registration. Desirable years of experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts Address Nottingham University Hospital, City Campus Hucknall Road Nottingham NG51PB Employer's website https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)