Specialist Nurse - Vascular Access Team Lead

We are Manchester and Trafford Local Care Organisation - a public sector organisation that is bringing together NHS community health services and social care services in the city. We're driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Manchester by working across organisational boundaries.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our innovative team of nurses in the IV team as Team Lead of one of our Vascular Access Services. In 2022 the MCR IV team expanded to also cover vascular access at NMGH. The service soon grew and now operates also at Manchester Royal Infirmary. We are looking for a highly skilled and conscientious practitioner to take over the leadership role in the vascular access service at the North Manchester General Hospital. The aim of the service is to provide timely access to a range of vascular access devices for patients and to provide training to staff to safely look after them. This will not only prevent delays for patients starting important treatments
but will enhance the overall patients experience. The post holder will work collaboratively with other services to enable a standardised and integrated approach to vascular access across all MFT hospitals. You will engage with clinicians from a range of disciplines and specialties so excellent communication skills are essential.

We are looking for a reliable, motivated and experienced member of staff with experience in ultrasound guided vascular access device placement including PICC and Midlines. You must also be proficient in managing other vascular access devices such a TIVAD and be confident in your ability. Experience in the use of fluoroscopy is desirable but not essential.

You must have a solution focused personality and should be able to work under pressure. Experience of managing / supervising junior nurses in practice is essential. You will be expected to take an active part in multidisciplinary team meetings and make joint decisions about patients with complex health needs.

Networking, data collection and audit will be an integral part of your role so you must have good IT skills.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At
MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.