Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Uro-Oncology Nurse, at Band 7, to join our team to provide support, patient education and advice to patients with prostate cancer, from diagnosis, through treatment and follow-up.
This full time role, will predominantly be based at our Sutton site however cross site cover at Chelsea or our other sites may be required. The post holder will be providing nursing support and advice for patients, wards and colleagues. The post holder will have commitments to providing care in both the Private and NHS settings.
The successful post holder will have excellent interpersonal skills and a professional manner, be able to prioritise and organise their workload and work well under pressure.
Main duties of the job
- To assist in the provision of professional and clinical leadership and expertise in the care of the patient under your care, acting as a resource and consultant to provide information and support to patients, carers and staff.
- To liaise effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary health care team so as to achieve a synchronised specialist service.
- To develop or contribute to the formulation of patient information.
- To develop or contribute to the formulation of policies.
- To provide informal and formal teaching, for patients, staff and carers as relevant e.g. academic courses provided by The School.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
- To sustain a high-quality specialist service for the patient, from diagnosis through all stages of the disease. In particular to provide support, education, and counselling advice on treatment related issues with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To collaborate with Cancer Care teams, both within The Trust and with primary and acute care providers to ensure a streamlined patient-centred care pathway.
- In collaboration with the Lead Nurse, Lead CNS, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Nurse Specialists, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, formulate and/or revise relevant policies and guidelines, and to regularly review them following changes / implementation. To always work within the policies and procedures of The Trust.
- To sustain a high quality specialist service for patients suffering from side effects of cancer treatments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
- To sustain a high-quality specialist service for the patient, from diagnosis through all stages of the disease. In particular to provide support, education, and counselling advice on treatment related issues with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To collaborate with Cancer Care teams, both within The Trust and with primary and acute care providers to ensure a streamlined patient-centred care pathway.
- In collaboration with the Lead Nurse, Lead CNS, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Nurse Specialists, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, formulate and/or revise relevant policies and guidelines, and to regularly review them following changes / implementation. To always work within the policies and procedures of The Trust.
- To sustain a high quality specialist service for patients suffering from side effects of cancer treatments.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- First level registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- First level degree in relevant subject
- Higher degree or willingness to undertake one
- Teaching qualification/experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Urology or Oncology
- Post-Registration Qualification relevant to speciality First and/or Higher Degree
Desirable
- Experience in research
- Oncology qualification
- Urology qualification
Skills
Desirable
- Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- First level registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- First level degree in relevant subject
- Higher degree or willingness to undertake one
- Teaching qualification/experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Urology or Oncology
- Post-Registration Qualification relevant to speciality First and/or Higher Degree
Desirable
- Experience in research
- Oncology qualification
- Urology qualification
Skills
Desirable
- Venepuncture and/or cannulation 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).
