Job summary
This is a Trust wide specialist nurse role, working with the lead head and neck clinical nurse specialist post holder to assist with the continued development and delivery of head and neck oncology services.
The post holder will work as an expert nurse providing consultation advise and support to patients and their families with suspected and diagnosed head and neck cancers that are referred to the services.
Education of health care professionals across the community, utilisation of knowledge and clinical skills to lead nursing care for patients with head and neck cancers.
Main duties of the job
Professional
Identification of specific care needs of patients with head and neckcancer and their families, ensuring that their quality of care is of a high
standard and that effective communication, information, support andcounselling is offered throughout their illness.
Provision of clinical excellence through practice in the head and neck cancer service providing the highest possible standard of care to patients andfamilies using the service
To be available as a primary resource and nursing link throughout thepatient's cancer journey from as early as possible in the disease process,particularly at diagnosis.
Possess and exercise relevant expertise and knowledge related to possibleinvestigations and treatment options in order to provide cancer patients withnecessary information to maximise informed consent.
Support of patients by being a point of contact for queries and working inclose liaison with primary care teams.
Assist the Lead Head and Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist in reviewing current clinical guidelines and formulating new guidelines to ensure evidence basedpractice.
Maintain accurate patient records thus ensuring a high level of patient care,appropriate communication and follow up.
The post holder will be a member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team and will be actively involved in meetings relating to head and neck cancer patients.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse - current NMC registration.
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
- Degree or study related to specialty /role at level 6
Desirable
- Demonstrate professional development post registration
- Non-medical prescribing Teaching
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required and good attendance.
- Compassionate, demonstrating patient centered approach to care.
- Ability to deal with highly distressing or emotional circumstances
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 or above
- Highly specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience
Desirable
- ENT/Maxillofacial experience
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse - current NMC registration.
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
- Degree or study related to specialty /role at level 6
Desirable
- Demonstrate professional development post registration
- Non-medical prescribing Teaching
Personal Attributes and Skills
Essential
- Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required and good attendance.
- Compassionate, demonstrating patient centered approach to care.
- Ability to deal with highly distressing or emotional circumstances
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience at Band 5 or above
- Highly specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience
Desirable
- ENT/Maxillofacial experience
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).
