Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident, dynamic, highly motivated nurse to work with the clinical haematology team to continue the rapid development of the day unit. The post holder will ensure all patients receive effective, compassionate and efficient care. This role is crucial to support the expansion of the provision of Automated Red Cell Exchange Transfusions to our patients living with Sickle Cell Disease. Other services offered by the unit are for people requiring blood transfusions, iron infusions, infusions for other haematological conditions, venesections and blood tests. The patients attending the unit have a number of conditions including; sickle cell, thalassaemia, immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), haemophilia, haemochromatosis, anaemia and clotting disorders. The post holder will be required to care for all the patients' needs in terms of procedures, reviews and tests. Whilst ensuring the care provided is safe and evidence based. The position would be ideal for a nurse with an acute interest or previous experience of caring for haematology patients. If you would like any further information please contact the Ward Manager Patricia Okoro on 02035941858 or at patriciaokoronhs.net Main duties of the job This post offers an important role in the management of people with chronic and genetic non-malignant haematology conditions requiring day unit care within Barts Health Clinical Haematology service. We aim to provide a first class and a safe level of care to patients and their relatives, whilst ensuring that the patient pathway is recorded and monitored throughout treatment. This role will have a focus on supporting the unit to increase the apheresis capacity and enable an expansion of the delivery of automated red cell exchange therapy. About us Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £35,964 to £43,780 a year per annum inc Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 259-6773401RLH-A Job locations The Royal London Hospital London E1 1FR Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse with current, up to date NMC registration Intravenous accreditation Desirable Preparation for mentorship course. Evidence of professional development e.g. Acute Care Skills Training Experience Essential Able to manage the care of a group of patients and be aware of the escalation process of an unwell patient Ability to reflect on practice Knowledge of current professional issues Evidence of positive contribution to the ward team Desirable Acute care experience in a hospital setting Experience of working in the speciality area Knowledge Essential Communication skills for caring for patients and communicating effectively across the multidisciplinary team. Desirable Understanding of Sickle Cell Disease, thalassaemia and rare anaemias Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend Ability to develop own skills and knowledge Able to work in a changing environment and to actively support / promote planned change Competent with phlebotomy and cannulation Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and/ or treatments Good interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and non verbal Computer and keyboard skills Desirable Ability to prioritise and organise workload Ability to manage potentially difficult situations Other Essential Be able to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse with current, up to date NMC registration Intravenous accreditation Desirable Preparation for mentorship course. Evidence of professional development e.g. Acute Care Skills Training Experience Essential Able to manage the care of a group of patients and be aware of the escalation process of an unwell patient Ability to reflect on practice Knowledge of current professional issues Evidence of positive contribution to the ward team Desirable Acute care experience in a hospital setting Experience of working in the speciality area Knowledge Essential Communication skills for caring for patients and communicating effectively across the multidisciplinary team. Desirable Understanding of Sickle Cell Disease, thalassaemia and rare anaemias Skills Essential Demonstrate an ability to listen and comprehend Ability to develop own skills and knowledge Able to work in a changing environment and to actively support / promote planned change Competent with phlebotomy and cannulation Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and/ or treatments Good interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and non verbal Computer and keyboard skills Desirable Ability to prioritise and organise workload Ability to manage potentially difficult situations Other Essential Be able to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively 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 Barts Health NHS Trust Address The Royal London Hospital London E1 1FR Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)