Senior Organ Donation Nurse

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Ontario, Canada NHS Blood and Transplant Full time

Position Overview

This role encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities that demand a high degree of skill and knowledge. The primary objective is to enhance the potential for organ donation while delivering exceptional care to donors and their families.

This distinctive position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, both as part of a collaborative regional team and as an independent practitioner. The significance of this role is evident in its influence on every phase of the donation process, ultimately contributing to the number of life-saving transplants, making it a fulfilling and impactful career choice.

Key Responsibilities

As a Lead Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the provision of high-quality, cost-effective services within the Organ Donation Organisation. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing and managing the achievement of Key Performance Indicators to maximize the number of organs and tissues available for donation within the designated area.
  • Collaborating in the operational management of all service aspects provided by the Organ Donation Services team in the region.
  • Directly supervising a team of healthcare professionals, with responsibilities rotating among the service management team, including management of the overall budget and a 24-hour on-call service.
  • Contributing to hospital development strategies and leading corrective actions as necessary, ensuring the implementation and evaluation of national strategies within the area.
  • Managing the operational aspects of team members within your delegated responsibilities.

Participation in a 24-hour on-call rota is required, along with maintaining clinical credibility by staying current in all areas related to organ donation.

Candidate Profile

  • Demonstrated leadership and management experience in an acute healthcare setting relevant to organ donation, such as Intensive Care Units, surgical theatres, or emergency departments.
  • Recent involvement in the Organ Donation Service as a Specialist Nurse in Organ Donation (SN-OD).
  • Awareness of contemporary professional issues and advancements in coordination, nursing, and the National Health Service.
  • Proven capability to assess the safety and effectiveness of personal clinical practices.
  • Experience in implementing effective changes within teams or across an organization.
  • Proficiency in using information technology, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), or equivalent systems.

Qualifications and Training

  • Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration as either an Adult or Paediatric Nurse.
  • Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in a related health field, or equivalent job-related experience.
  • Demonstrable postgraduate level specialist experience in leadership and management.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development (CPD).
  • Valid driving license permitting driving in the UK.


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