About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to apply for the role of Anticoagulation Specialist Nurse across Carmarthenshire and based at Glangwili General Hospital.
As a member of the team you will work with the Anticoagulation CNS team, Consultants and the Multidisciplinary Team. Excellent communication and time management skills are essential to work collaboratively with patients, the public and professional staff across the spectrum of health and social care, to deliver and continue to develop a high standard of care for patients receiving anticoagulant therapy aiming to promote health and prevent disease.
The Anticoagulation CNS role is:
To promote a high standard of patient care in all aspects of anticoagulation nursing.
To accept new referrals for anticoagulation, conduct assessment interviews and provide on-going education of patients.
To run anticoagulation monitoring clinics and supervise the practice of support workers.
To interpret results and determine anticoagulation dosing using computer assisted decision-making software.
To assess and initiate treatment for patients referred from their GP and A&E on an ambulatory DVT Pathway.
To provide anticoagulation / thromboprophylaxis teaching on medical induction & nursing preceptorship days.
To take the lead on anticoagulation audit, and to assist with the audit of thromboprophylaxis.
Main duties of the job
Manage the delivery of nurse led anticoagulant services in the Health Board with clinical support of the Consultant Haematologists.
Accept direct referrals from primary and secondary health care professionals for patients needing anticoagulation therapy, avoiding the need for hospital admission and promoting early discharge.
Deliver nurse-led care following agreed protocols for the initiation and maintenance of anticoagulation therapy for outpatients with atrial fibrillation. Through nurse-led clinics, utilize expert knowledge and clinical skills.
Analyze, interpret, act on and communicate results sensitively to the patient and referral source.
Analyze, co-ordinate, organize and monitor the treatment of patients receiving anticoagulation therapy, following agreed protocols, including dose adjustments according to blood test results and managing emergency treatment for patients at risk of thrombosis/bleeding due to under/over anticoagulation.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 14/08/26.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Registered nurse - educated to degree level Live NMC Registration Teaching Qualification Counselling skills course or demonstrable experience Evidence of post graduate training at masters level in anticoagulation Independent Nurse Prescriber or evidence that working towards
Desirable
Master's or evidence that working towards Other relevant Haematology qualification
Experience Essential
Extensive post registration experience, including experience in general medicine / haematology nursing Experience of leading a clinical team Involvement in change management Teaching and presentation
Desirable
Published work Experience of ordering and interpreting investigations / tests Experience of teaching other disciplines
Language Skills Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
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 Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address Glangwili General Hospital
Carmarthen
SA31 2AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)