Job summary
- Main area
- Sarcoma
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- 12 months (fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 282-C1246304
- Employer
- The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- The Royal Marsden- Chelsea
- Town
- Chelsea
- Salary
- £54,320 - £60,981 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/10/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Sarcoma CNS
NHS AfC: Band 7
Job overview
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe and a leader in the field of cancer care with a successful record of innovation in nursing care, pioneering new treatments and the development of anti-cancer drugs.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fixed Term Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist in the Sarcoma Unit. The post holder will have a distinct level of responsibility to patients with Sarcomas undergoing all treatments for primary and metastatic disease. You will provide a comprehensive specialist nursing service to the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, working within an established team of CNS's.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and experienced, enjoys patient contact and working in a multi-disciplinary environment to support the delivery of a quality service. You must be able to demonstrate good communication skills, flexibility, reliability and have an organised approach to work. you will be expected to work closely with all members of the MDT in our NHS and Private Practice.
Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for a dependable and highly adaptable individual who is able to work independently and has the ability to fit in quickly as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to the specialty. In addition, the post holder will be required to liaise with their peers across the Trust, the divisional management team and appropriate corporate directorates and teams. The post holder will be expected to liaise with colleagues external to the Trust and national networks as appropriate to the specialty.
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.
2.1 To sustain a high-quality specialist service for the patient, from diagnosis through all stages of the disease and actively provide optimum liaison and continuity of care.
2.2 To use advanced clinical judgement to plan, implement and evaluate care for patients throughout their cancer pathway
2.3 In collaboration with the existing Clinical Nurse Specialists, to formulate and/or revise relevant policies and to regularly review this following change/implementation. To work within the procedures and policies of the Trust.
2.4 In conjunction with the existing Clinical Nurse Specialists, to develop assessment tools that will ensure an appropriate level of nursing intervention so that patients with complex needs are referred to the appropriate specialist/s.
2.5 To manage an agreed caseload, using in depth knowledge of the patient / client group and acting as the key worker where appropriate.
2.6 To initiate, run and evaluate appropriate group support in conjunction with other relevant professional disciplines.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study Recognised teaching qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in intravenous drug administration
- Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology (5+ years)
- Experience in at least one treatment modality (chemotherapy, surgery or radiotherapy)
Desirable criteria
- Chemotherapy experience
- CNS experience
- Experience in Clinical Management
- Evidence of relevant teaching experience
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Desirable criteria
- Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kelly McKibbin
- Job title
- Lead Sarcoma CNS
- Email address
- [email protected]
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Recruitment Support Team
- Telephone
- 01629 690825
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