Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for Nurse Practitioner to work as permanent integral member of our DVT Service. Our Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) / Anticoagulation Service is a community-based, nurse-led, DVT assessment and treatment service for mobile and immobile patients. Our aim is to reduce the number of hospital admissions for immobile people with DVT and to reduce the amount of time that patients with pulmonary embolisms or on anticoagulation therapy have to stay in hospital. We also provide education and advice to other healthcare professionals Main duties of the job The post holder will work to support the service in providinga nurse- led service providing assessment, diagnosis and treatment of deep vein thrombosis being responsive to patient need, best clinical practice and cost effective. About us We take great pride in being an open, trusting and compassionate organisation. The Trust is committed to promoting and building a team that enhances inclusion, diversity and equality. We strongly believe that working together with our partners, listening to and engaging with our patients, service users and their families we can make a real difference to the lives of local people within our communities. Date posted 05 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 844-6853765 Job locations DVT service, Park Suite, Arrowe Park Hospital Arrowe Park road Birkenhead CH49 5PE Job description Job responsibilities To support the Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) team in the delivery of high quality care based on patients individual needs. Assist in the provision of a nurse led screening, investigation and treatment service for patients with suspected and / or proven DVT. To provide high quality care in a number of settings e.g. patients home, clinic etc. To provide a comprehensive DVT follow up service for treatment and monitoring of patients condition. To prevent unnecessary hospital admission and/or prolonged hospital stay. To assist in the initiation and monitoring of anticoagulation therapy. To administer medications using patient group directions and/or non-medical prescribing. Job description Job responsibilities To support the Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) team in the delivery of high quality care based on patients individual needs. Assist in the provision of a nurse led screening, investigation and treatment service for patients with suspected and / or proven DVT. To provide high quality care in a number of settings e.g. patients home, clinic etc. To provide a comprehensive DVT follow up service for treatment and monitoring of patients condition. To prevent unnecessary hospital admission and/or prolonged hospital stay. To assist in the initiation and monitoring of anticoagulation therapy. To administer medications using patient group directions and/or non-medical prescribing. Person Specification Qualifications and professional training Essential Current Registration with NMC First level nurse RGN Educated to degree level or equivalent Evidence of relevant recent professional development Intermediate Life support training (ILS) Desirable Clinical Examination skills at minimum of degree level Clinical Examination skills at masters level Non- Medical prescribing qualification (V300) Clinical diagnostic skills at minimum of degree level Experience and Knowledge Essential Minimum of 5 years post registration experience in acute community setting, undertaking nurse practitioner role Knowledge of Deep Vein Thrombosis and contributing factors, screening and treatments. Knowledge of the current Wirral anticoagulation guidelines. Knowledge of the current Wirral clinical protocol for the use of low molecular weight heparins. Knowledge of and experience in using PGD's Knowledge and understanding of the purpose and content of relevant clinical guidelines Experience of exploring innovative ways of working and ensuring best practice within the clinical area Experience of autonomous clinical decision making Understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment Skills and attributes Essential Excellent communicator - verbal & written Able to work as part of a team and have the ability to make decisions and work autonomously when necessary. IT literate Possess a current driving licence and have access to a car for work purposes. Knowledge of professional and NHS Issues Ability to work efficiently and autonomously Clinically credible and confident Personal qualities Essential Good attendance record Self-motivated Flexible and adaptable to work across 7 day week A holistic approach to care Understanding of health promotion Person Specification Qualifications and professional training Essential Current Registration with NMC First level nurse RGN Educated to degree level or equivalent Evidence of relevant recent professional development Intermediate Life support training (ILS) Desirable Clinical Examination skills at minimum of degree level Clinical Examination skills at masters level Non- Medical prescribing qualification (V300) Clinical diagnostic skills at minimum of degree level Experience and Knowledge Essential Minimum of 5 years post registration experience in acute community setting, undertaking nurse practitioner role Knowledge of Deep Vein Thrombosis and contributing factors, screening and treatments. Knowledge of the current Wirral anticoagulation guidelines. Knowledge of the current Wirral clinical protocol for the use of low molecular weight heparins. Knowledge of and experience in using PGD's Knowledge and understanding of the purpose and content of relevant clinical guidelines Experience of exploring innovative ways of working and ensuring best practice within the clinical area Experience of autonomous clinical decision making Understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment Skills and attributes Essential Excellent communicator - verbal & written Able to work as part of a team and have the ability to make decisions and work autonomously when necessary. IT literate Possess a current driving licence and have access to a car for work purposes. Knowledge of professional and NHS Issues Ability to work efficiently and autonomously Clinically credible and confident Personal qualities Essential Good attendance record Self-motivated Flexible and adaptable to work across 7 day week A holistic approach to care Understanding of health promotion 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. 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. 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 Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Address DVT service, Park Suite, Arrowe Park Hospital Arrowe Park road Birkenhead CH49 5PE Employer's website https://www.wchc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)