Job summary
The role is based in the ENT Outpatient Department with some additional duties in the Surgical Triage Unit on Ward C32, supporting the ENT junior doctor on call.
To succeed in this role you will need to be driven, dynamic and have a minimal requirement for line management. You will be expected to work autonomously; to be ambitious for development to an Advanced Clinical Practitioner post would be advantageous. Possession of a non-medical prescribing qualification would be advantageous, but not essential for appointment.
As a Clinical Nurse Practitioner you will be responsible for independently delivering a high standard of care to your patient group.
Main duties of the job
The role will comprise delivering ENT care across the specialty pathway. This will include a large portion in the ENT emergency service in both the ENT department and the Surgical Triage Unit. The role will also comprise working in and developing routine nurse-led clinics across the specialty.
The successful candidate will need to have a thorough understanding of the Ear, Nose, Throat and Head and Neck cancer specialty. As the role develops the post holder will become more involved in role development potentially leading to minor surgical procedures.
There will also be an expectation to participate in audits and the governance process of the department.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a member of a team of ENT clinical nurse practitioners, you will be responsible for a cohort of patients within the emergency service and more routine nurse-led clinics. You will be expected (with the support of the Charge Nurse and peers) to identify and develop service provision as demand dictates. There will be some albeit minimal managerial expectations.
Full training will be given and opportunities for development of both the service and individual is expected and encouraged into either the clinical or managerial route.
This is a very dynamic department and would suit a candidate with a similar outlook.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a member of a team of ENT clinical nurse practitioners, you will be responsible for a cohort of patients within the emergency service and more routine nurse-led clinics. You will be expected (with the support of the Charge Nurse and peers) to identify and develop service provision as demand dictates. There will be some albeit minimal managerial expectations.
Full training will be given and opportunities for development of both the service and individual is expected and encouraged into either the clinical or managerial route.
This is a very dynamic department and would suit a candidate with a similar outlook.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 NMC Registered
- Relevant post-basic study e.g. specialist pathway
- Have a suitable Teaching & Assessing Qualification.
- Possession of a Mentoring Course.
Desirable
- Diploma or degree in health / nursing related Studies
- Non-medical prescriber
- Leadership training
Experience
Essential
- 2 years' experience in the specialty.
- Ability to manage the clinical area efficiently and effectively.
- Evidence of ability to mentor.
Desirable
- Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work.
- Audit or research within the clinical area.
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
- Demonstrate basic IT skills.
- Demonstration of team working.
Desirable
- Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills.
- Demonstrate evidence of providing formal teaching sessions.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care.
- Ability to identify own learning needs.
- Able to respond to problem situations and to ensure that effective interventions are put in place.
Desirable
- Demonstrate a knowledge of current issues related to the NHS policies.
- Evidence of data collection and analysis.
Evidence of data collection and analysis.
Essential
- Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties.
- Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation.
- Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres.
Desirable
- Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 NMC Registered
- Relevant post-basic study e.g. specialist pathway
- Have a suitable Teaching & Assessing Qualification.
- Possession of a Mentoring Course.
Desirable
- Diploma or degree in health / nursing related Studies
- Non-medical prescriber
- Leadership training
Experience
Essential
- 2 years' experience in the specialty.
- Ability to manage the clinical area efficiently and effectively.
- Evidence of ability to mentor.
Desirable
- Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work.
- Audit or research within the clinical area.
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents
- Demonstrate basic IT skills.
- Demonstration of team working.
Desirable
- Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills.
- Demonstrate evidence of providing formal teaching sessions.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care.
- Ability to identify own learning needs.
- Able to respond to problem situations and to ensure that effective interventions are put in place.
Desirable
- Demonstrate a knowledge of current issues related to the NHS policies.
- Evidence of data collection and analysis.
Evidence of data collection and analysis.
Essential
- Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties.
- Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation.
- Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres.
Desirable
- Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).