Job summary
Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) is a new and ground-breaking programme of work in England which will contribute to the ambition of the NHS Long Term Plan to improve early diagnosis of lung cancer and survival for those diagnosed with lung cancer. NHSE has recently confirmed that the TLHC programme will become a new national screening programme. The programme is being offered to those most at risk of developing lung cancer, people aged 55 to 74 year old who have ever smoked. We are seeking to recruit an experienced nurse to join the team during this exciting period of expansion of the programme across South East London. If you are looking for a new challenge, and have a passion for respiratory nursing or lung cancer we would love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 9th April 2024
Interview Date: 19th April 2024
Main duties of the job
- Meet and greet patients attending their CT appointment at our mobile site
- Provide leadership and supervise junior staff as the nurse in charge of the mobile unit
- Ensure the safety of members of the public and staff members visiting the community sites
- Ensure respiratory equipment is in working order and calibrated as per policy
- Perform basic observations (height, weight, O2 saturations)
- Assess smoking history and perform CO2 measurements as appropriate
- Offer very brief smoking cessation advice and onward referral to local services
- Assess eligibility for and perform spirometry. As part of the role you will be supported to become certified by the ARTP in spirometry performance and interpretation (if not already)
- Ensure that appropriate action is taken when clinical findings are identified as part of the assessment for eligibility and during any add-on investigations such as spirometry and assessing cardiovascular risk.
- Take action on clinical findings and act as a resource for escalation within the team in a timely manner
- Ensure clinical data and information are entered into the appropriate clinical system with a focus on data completeness
- As the service expands, there may be opportunity to support the CNS/DCNS in clinic and MDM preparation, action and follow up including referrals from MDM, as well as partake in eligibility assessment which may include telephone clinics or remote working
- Occasional rotation to the respiratory outpatients departments at Guys & St Thomas'
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and as part of King's Health Partners we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world class clinical services, teaching and research.
We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Senior Staff Nurse for the Targeted Lung Health Check programme is a key role working with patients, clinicians, and other partners, to implement the Targeted Lung Health Checks across South East London. You will see patients in the mobile clinics across South East London, and will be able to travel between locations. You will have great oral and written communication skills, and will work collaboratively with our partners to deliver the programme to high standards. You will be comfortable learning and working with various IT systems, to ensure data quality is maintained and documentation is complete. Patient experience will be a high priority, you will have a passion for ensuring patients have a positive experience and will seek opportunities to improve patient experience where possible. The successful candidate will be flexible as we work towards providing a 7 day service across multiple sites and be willing to work within the London boroughs across South East London and across Guys and St Thomas' sites. As the service continues to grow and develop, you will embrace change, have a positive outlook, and contribute your own knowledge and experience towards the improvement and expansion of the service. The successful candidate will work closely with senior members in the team and members of the wider multi-disciplinary team. Whilst taking charge in the mobile unit you will represents Guys and St Thomas' displaying the trust values at all times. If you are interested in becoming part of an established nursing team, are flexible, willing to work across South East London boroughs and want to progress your career in the respiratory or lung cancer field please do get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Senior Staff Nurse for the Targeted Lung Health Check programme is a key role working with patients, clinicians, and other partners, to implement the Targeted Lung Health Checks across South East London. You will see patients in the mobile clinics across South East London, and will be able to travel between locations. You will have great oral and written communication skills, and will work collaboratively with our partners to deliver the programme to high standards. You will be comfortable learning and working with various IT systems, to ensure data quality is maintained and documentation is complete. Patient experience will be a high priority, you will have a passion for ensuring patients have a positive experience and will seek opportunities to improve patient experience where possible. The successful candidate will be flexible as we work towards providing a 7 day service across multiple sites and be willing to work within the London boroughs across South East London and across Guys and St Thomas' sites. As the service continues to grow and develop, you will embrace change, have a positive outlook, and contribute your own knowledge and experience towards the improvement and expansion of the service. The successful candidate will work closely with senior members in the team and members of the wider multi-disciplinary team. Whilst taking charge in the mobile unit you will represents Guys and St Thomas' displaying the trust values at all times. If you are interested in becoming part of an established nursing team, are flexible, willing to work across South East London boroughs and want to progress your career in the respiratory or lung cancer field please do get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC pin number
- Mentorship or equivalent
Desirable
- ARTP certification in spirometry
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience within respiratory or lung cancer specialties
- Experience of student supervision and supervision of junior staff
- Proven ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workload
Desirable
- Experience in an outpatient clinic setting
- Experience in service development, quality improvement, patient experience
- Appraisal experience
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable using various IT systems, focused on data accuracy and completeness
- Demonstrates an awareness of clinical governance and risk management
Desirable
- Experience performing and/or interpreting spirometry
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Demonstrates trust values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC pin number
- Mentorship or equivalent
Desirable
- ARTP certification in spirometry
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience within respiratory or lung cancer specialties
- Experience of student supervision and supervision of junior staff
- Proven ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workload
Desirable
- Experience in an outpatient clinic setting
- Experience in service development, quality improvement, patient experience
- Appraisal experience
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable using various IT systems, focused on data accuracy and completeness
- Demonstrates an awareness of clinical governance and risk management
Desirable
- Experience performing and/or interpreting spirometry
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Demonstrates trust values
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).
