Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Registered Nurse with extensive knowledge and experience in caring for patients with urological diseases to join our dynamic urology team.
Our team has an excellent reputation for the development ofmulti-disciplinary and nurse-led services, making this a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to grow and excel in this speciality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of urology patients with autonomy and confidence
- Provide specialised care, using your advanced communication skills to support patients through their treatment journey
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care
Main duties of the job
The Urology Oncology clinical nurse specialists are responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communication with various individuals and groups on complex potentially stressful topics in a range of situations.
They will continuously develop knowledge and practice to improve patient experience and satisfaction and contribute to the development of Urological services utilising a quality improvement approach.
The role of the Macmillan Uro Oncology clinical nurse specialist is central to the promotion of people's equality, diversity and rights. There is a need to assess and address people's health and wellbeing needs when those needs are complex and change across the caseload.
The development of practice in addressing individuals' health and wellbeing needs to deliver holistic needs assessment whilst leading others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice.
As an integral part of the role there is an expectation to assist in the development of audit and research programmes relating to the Urology Service and take an active role within these programmes and utilise and disseminate findings as appropriate both locally and nationally.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Registration with NMC
Essential
- Professional knowledge acquired through training to degree level studies
- Extensive experience in Urology (within last 5 years) at Band 6 or equivalent experience
- Evidence of clinical and managerial experience and knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
- Good written communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of continuous professional development CPD
- Evidence of mentorship qualification
- Evidence of audit and reaserch
Knowledge, skills , tarining and experience
Essential
- Externsive experience in Urology within last 5 years
Desirable
- Experience of research and audit capability
- Ability to undertake role of mentorship and assessment
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Good communicator
Person Specification
Registration with NMC
Essential
- Professional knowledge acquired through training to degree level studies
- Extensive experience in Urology (within last 5 years) at Band 6 or equivalent experience
- Evidence of clinical and managerial experience and knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
- Good written communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of continuous professional development CPD
- Evidence of mentorship qualification
- Evidence of audit and reaserch
Knowledge, skills , tarining and experience
Essential
- Externsive experience in Urology within last 5 years
Desirable
- Experience of research and audit capability
- Ability to undertake role of mentorship and assessment
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Good communicator
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).