Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior nurse to take on the role of Lead Haematology Nurse cross-site at Bedford and Luton and Dunstable Hospitals.
The post holder will be a clinical expert in haematology, a forward-thinking and supportive leader, with a vision for integration of the nurse-led service.
They will work closely across disciplines, to support with the development and achievement of the haematology service strategy.
Main duties of the job
Provision of visible leadership, guidance, support and direction to staff within haematology
Clinical credible with significant experience in all areas of haematology, malignant and non-malignant and carry out clinical responsibilities as able within the confines of their role
Work in partnership with the clinical director, general manager and head of nursing to deliver the objectives of the haematology department
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To facilitate and drive change across haematology in line with the Trust change agenda and to do so in conjunction with clinical and managerial colleagues To ensure that staff within haematology understand the relevant performance and access targets and lead, manage and motivate staff in the delivery of those targets. To act as a senior leader in the Trust, deputising for colleagues as required and acting at all times with maturity and sensitivity to the organisational priorities Work as a core member of the senior leadership team, offering suggestions, guidance and acting at all times with maturity and sensitivity to organisational priorities. Always work in a way that is constructive and collaborative with colleagues
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Financial procedures including budget setting and knowledge of financial processes
- Business planning/annual planning/long term planning.
- Understanding of change management
Desirable
- NHS IT systems
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working in a management/leadership role
- Experience of managing and motivating a large team or teams
- Leading changes in practice in a complex environment
- Leading complex projects
- Business case development
- Clinical credibility in haematological nursing (malignant and non-malignant)
Desirable
- Emergency planning/critical incident management course (HMIMMs/ALS)
Qualifications
Essential
- Education, knowledge and experience to masters level or equivalent
- Registered Adult Nurse (NMC)
- Management/leadership qualification or equivalent experience
- Further relevant haematology training
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification
Personal Skills
Essential
- Good analytical and problem solving skills - ability to respond to unexpected demands
- Ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information and use persuasion, influencing and negotiation with individuals and groups including stakeholders
- Ability to embrace, lead and drive change including performance and change
- Able to work flexibly to meet the demands of this role
- Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and services
Desirable
- Ability to participate in an on-call rota
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This advert is for Lead Nurse - Haematology with Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Luton, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £66,582 - £77,368 Per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 21 Jul 2026.
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