Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity within Oncology for a Band 7 Macmillan Immunotherapy Cancer Nurse Specialist to help us develop our growing immunotherapy service at University Hospitals Plymouth. Working alongside the IO nurse, oncology and multi-disciplinary teams you will support the development of the service, undertake direct specialist advice and clinical care and provide training and development.
The post holder will be supported to undertake nurse led clinics for monitoring and follow up of patients, take part in clinical audit and research and provide education and training. You will be supported to undertake non-medical prescribing and other appropriate level 7 modules to reach your potential.
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
Main duties of the job
- To lead and develop the service alongside the Immunotherapy nurse and oncology consultants.
- To provide a specialist nursing service for patients requiring immunotherapies.
- Undertake nurse-led clinics including non-medical prescribing if appropriate.
- To act as an expert resource and facilitator to educate and train
- Undertake audit and evaluation and develop policies and procedures as required.
- To work as an integrated member of the cancer nurse specialist team.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
- Works autonomously in accordance with NMC guidelines, to manage his/her caseload of patientsDevelop and undertake nurse led clinics and prescribing (if qualified) with support of consultants and lead nurse.
- Act as key worker for cancer patients and undertake holistic needs assessment in line with national and local guidance
- Communicates highly sensitive and emotive condition related information to patients, relatives e.g. terminal illness, bereavement etc. Participates in complex ethical decision-making process
- To act as the patients advocate on a frequent basis and provide expert advice on treatment options to enable patients to make informed choices
- Provides continuity of care throughout the patients journey and liaises across organisations
- Develops specialised programmes of care and provides highly specialised advice and written and oral information to patients, relatives
- To act as a key communication resource for the multidisciplinary team
- Provides clinical advice and support to healthcare professionals within and across organisational boundaries
- To act as a role model for excellence
- Provides support for distressed patients/carers and bereaved relatives. Identifies patients at risk and refers to appropriate agencies
- Reviews patients independently and initiates changes in the management of care
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all relevant information is documented in the patients notes
- Promote and participate in support groups and other patient and public involvement initiatives to inform service development
- Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and agencies involved in the discharge process to ensure patients are transferred into primary care in a timely and appropriate manner
- Admit patients using own clinical judgement and convey relevant information to other members of the specialist team
- Act as a change agent using own specialist knowledge of products and resources
- Develop pathways and protocols to improve care for patients including follow up and recovery package
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Works autonomously in accordance with NMC guidelines, to manage his/her caseload of patientsDevelop and undertake nurse led clinics and prescribing (if qualified) with support of consultants and lead nurse.
- Act as key worker for cancer patients and undertake holistic needs assessment in line with national and local guidance
- Communicates highly sensitive and emotive condition related information to patients, relatives e.g. terminal illness, bereavement etc. Participates in complex ethical decision-making process
- To act as the patients advocate on a frequent basis and provide expert advice on treatment options to enable patients to make informed choices
- Provides continuity of care throughout the patients journey and liaises across organisations
- Develops specialised programmes of care and provides highly specialised advice and written and oral information to patients, relatives
- To act as a key communication resource for the multidisciplinary team
- Provides clinical advice and support to healthcare professionals within and across organisational boundaries
- To act as a role model for excellence
- Provides support for distressed patients/carers and bereaved relatives. Identifies patients at risk and refers to appropriate agencies
- Reviews patients independently and initiates changes in the management of care
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all relevant information is documented in the patients notes
- Promote and participate in support groups and other patient and public involvement initiatives to inform service development
- Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and agencies involved in the discharge process to ensure patients are transferred into primary care in a timely and appropriate manner
- Admit patients using own clinical judgement and convey relevant information to other members of the specialist team
- Act as a change agent using own specialist knowledge of products and resources
- Develop pathways and protocols to improve care for patients including follow up and recovery package
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable experience in specialist area at a senior level.
- Proven experience of handling complex relationships.
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of managing teams.
Qualifications
Essential
- RN diploma/degree qualification.
- MSC or equivalent level of experience.
Desirable
- Demonstrable counselling skills.
Aptitude & Attitude
Essential
- Proven leadership: facilitation and negotiation skills.
- Advanced communication skills training.
Desirable
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable experience in specialist area at a senior level.
- Proven experience of handling complex relationships.
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of managing teams.
Qualifications
Essential
- RN diploma/degree qualification.
- MSC or equivalent level of experience.
Desirable
- Demonstrable counselling skills.
Aptitude & Attitude
Essential
- Proven leadership: facilitation and negotiation skills.
- Advanced communication skills training.
Desirable
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
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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).
