Vascular Access Nurse Band 6 Training role
| Posting date: | 17 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,959.00 to £48,117.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £39959.00 - £48117.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 May 2026 |
| Location: | Harlow, CM20 1QX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9292-26-0169 |
Summary
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Assist in the safe moving and handling of all patients utilising appropriate equipment Work with vascular access trained nurses to gain the knowledge and skills required to practice independently within a six-month period. Pass external assessments as recognition that the required standard has been met Utilise early warning score indicators (e.g. NEWS2) to recognise any patient deterioration/sudden change in condition, reporting immediately to registered practitioner Prepare patient for and assist with specific clinical procedures appropriate to clinical area within agreed competency boundaries Assist in the induction, training and assessment of learners and other staff and supporting band 3 HCA and Band 5 RN to practice competently with the Vascular Access Nurse Coordinate and supervise clinical support workers and other learners in care delivery Promote and participate in audit process for monitoring and reviewing quality. To be alert to issues of risk and concern about care provided raising any concerns observed via the trusts whistleblowing policy and supporting processes. The post holder will be familiar with the trust IT systems. The post holder will contribute to the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The postholder will work with Vascular access trained Nurses to develop practical skills and Knowledge in order to practice independently in the placement of PICC Lines The post holder will have the knowledge to interpret information and be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to achieve the planned outcome. The post holder will contribute to the maintenance of a safe clinical environment. The post holder may be expected to work within a wide variety of clinical environments. The post holder will be expected to practice in accordance with PAH NHS Trust policies, guidelines, standards and statutory requirements and operate within defined competency boundaries. Communicate effectively with patients and all members of the clinical teams to ensure information is shared in a timely and appropriate manner where appropriate Participate in the Trust Appraisal process to ensure that you receive and give constructive feedback to enhance personal skill set Take all reasonable precautions to ensure that you do not endanger yourself or others by act or omission Assist Registered Nurses and clerical staff in administrative duties, such as conveying information from telephone or personal enquiries, maintaining a courteous manner at all times Ensure the essential information on the patient’s condition and progress is recorded in accordance with trust guidelines. Understand the need to maintain and respect patient confidentiality Promote and value the rights, responsibilities and diversity of people ensuring religious and cultural needs are addressed. All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the PAH NHS trust policies, in particular by following agreed safe working procedures, and reporting incidents using the trust incident reporting system.