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Job summary

Main area
Pain Management
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 17.5 hours per week
Job ref
282-SB1246405
Employer
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Royal Marsden Chelsea
Town
Chelsea
Salary
£44,806 - £53,134 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
Today at 23:59

Employer heading

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust logo

Clinical Nurse Specialist In Acupuncture

NHS AfC: Band 6

Job overview

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is the largest comprehensive  Cancer Centre in Europe and leader in the field of cancer care with successful record of innovation in nursing care, pioneering new treatments and development of anti-cancer drugs.


An exciting opportunity has arisen within our proactive Pain Management & Acupuncture Team . We are seeking an enthusiastic experienced and highly motivated clinical nurse specialist with passion for Acupuncture to deliver a safe and effective outpatient Acupuncture service,  working alongside with our dedicated Pain Consultants to deliver a   high-quality  Acupuncture and Pain Management service across both Chelsea and Sutton sites. You will be expected to demonstrate  excellent communication and  clinical  skills, with  certified Acupuncture qualification and  ability to work autonomously when required.

You would need to demonstrate leadership and management skills as a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist in Acupuncture.

Main duties of the job

  • This role will enable you to develop skills and knowledge within the Acupuncture and Pain Management Services with an aim to develop skills and knowledge within the Acupuncture
  • This role will involve managing and developing a high quality Acupuncture and Pain Management Clinic alongside the Pain Consultants.
  • The nurse will be responsible and accountable for the management of those patients he/she treats and refers/discharges in collaboration with the consultants, and working within established protocols and contributing to continued development, audit and education.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

  • To support clinical care, by managing a patient caseload, with supervision, demonstrating assessment, planning, evaluation and support skills in all aspects of acupuncture and pain management and related care.
  • Work closely and in collaboration with all other members of the Acupuncture and Pain Management Service acting as a role model for clinical staff.
  • Together with the Junior CNS, liaise and co-ordinate with the consultants to provide a comprehensive acupuncture and pain service for patients. This involves undertaking treatments in acupuncture as an autonomous practitioner and to recognise limitations and seek advice and support from the multidisciplinary team as required.

 

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Registration (RGN)
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable criteria
  • Qualification in oncology or speciality
  • Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
  • Recognised teaching qualification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience in intravenous drug administration
  • Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in acupuncture administration
  • Experience in Clinical Management
  • Evidence of relevant teaching experience
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Desirable criteria
  • Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills
  • Evidence of effective negotiating and influencing skills
  • Ability to motivate others

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Roya Hejazi
Job title
Lead Nurse in Pain Management
Email address
[email protected]

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Address
Recruitment Support Team
Telephone
01629 690825
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