Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, creative and self-motivated nurse to work as a part of the Skin Cancer Oncology service.
We are looking for a B6 nurse specialising in skin cancer in the oncology department. If you do not meet the full Band 6 criteria you can be appointed as Band 5 and will be supported to complete the oncology module and competencies to fulfill the role of a Band 6 specialist nurse.
If you would like to join the team as a specialist skin cancer nurse or would like to develop your knowledge and skills in the care and support of patients with skin cancer undergoing oncological treatment we would love to hear from you.
As a development role the applicant would need to be an experienced Band 5 nurse with background knowledge in oncology or cancer care, and have a special interest in the care and management of patients with a diagnosis of skin cancer.
***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
As a Band 6 post holder you will provide care for patients with skin cancer you will
- Under direction from the Lead Cancer Nurse Specialist you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate expert nursing care and provide support to skin cancer patients and their carers. The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and organisation of individual treatment programmes throughout the illness trajectory and work to develop communication across divisional and organisational boundaries.
- Provide specialist nursing advice and psychological support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
- Acts as a resource and contributes to the education and training of other healthcare professionals as required.
- Contribute to service development, audit and research projects and help develop educational packages as needed.
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. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD&PS for full details
Manages his/her own caseload of patients whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team Communicates highly sensitive and emotive condition related information to patients, relatives. e.g.terminal illness, bereavement Assess new patients in the clinical area a, identifying their psychological, physiological, emotionalspiritual and cultural needs in relation to their disease and proposed treatment, providing a pathway ofnursing care for the patient Undertake follow up clinics under supervision If required initiate drug therapy/medication within the parameters of agreed clinical guidelinesand in accordance with the legal framework you work under, to supply and prescribemedicines Act as patient advocate when relevant and be able to educate on all the treatment options to enable apatient to make an informed choice, negotiating with the medical team to agree a pathway of care Provide continuity of care throughout the patient journey and liaising across specialised areas Contribute to the development of specialised programmes of care and provide specialised advice,written and oral information to patients, relatives. Provide clinical advice and support to health care professionals within and across organisationalboundaries To formulate individualised patient treatment care programmes in conjunction with the medical/nursingteam consideringo Each patient is placed in the correct treatment protocolo Investigations and treatments are organized as needed
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD&PS for full details
Manages his/her own caseload of patients whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team Communicates highly sensitive and emotive condition related information to patients, relatives. e.g.terminal illness, bereavement Assess new patients in the clinical area a, identifying their psychological, physiological, emotionalspiritual and cultural needs in relation to their disease and proposed treatment, providing a pathway ofnursing care for the patient Undertake follow up clinics under supervision If required initiate drug therapy/medication within the parameters of agreed clinical guidelinesand in accordance with the legal framework you work under, to supply and prescribemedicines Act as patient advocate when relevant and be able to educate on all the treatment options to enable apatient to make an informed choice, negotiating with the medical team to agree a pathway of care Provide continuity of care throughout the patient journey and liaising across specialised areas Contribute to the development of specialised programmes of care and provide specialised advice,written and oral information to patients, relatives. Provide clinical advice and support to health care professionals within and across organisationalboundaries To formulate individualised patient treatment care programmes in conjunction with the medical/nursingteam consideringo Each patient is placed in the correct treatment protocolo Investigations and treatments are organized as needed
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable (significant) and relevant post registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in cancer, palliative care or the speciality
- Proven knowledge in relevant speciality
- Proven evidence of Continuous personal and professional development
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of audit and/or research
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered
- First level degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway or the equivalent demonstrable experience
- Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or equivalent relevant subject or experience /working towards. Commitment to undertake relevant post reg qualification and competencies is require
Desirable
- Advanced Communication Skills
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
- IT literate
Desirable
- Leadership and motivational skills
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable (significant) and relevant post registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in cancer, palliative care or the speciality
- Proven knowledge in relevant speciality
- Proven evidence of Continuous personal and professional development
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of audit and/or research
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered
- First level degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway or the equivalent demonstrable experience
- Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or equivalent relevant subject or experience /working towards. Commitment to undertake relevant post reg qualification and competencies is require
Desirable
- Advanced Communication Skills
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
- IT literate
Desirable
- Leadership and motivational skills
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).
