Job summary
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate nurse to join our team as a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Gynaecological Oncology at the Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre (NGOC), based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.
Established in 1948, NGOC is one of the UK's first and largest specialist centres for gynaecological cancer care. Serving a population of approximately 2.6 million across the Northern Cancer Alliance region--including the North East and Cumbria--the centre is internationally recognised for its research and clinical excellence. NGOC is also designated as a Centre of Excellence for Ovarian Cancer Surgery by the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO).
This post offers an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled nurse to deliver expert, holistic care within a multidisciplinary team. The role involves advanced clinical assessment, holistic needs assessment, coordination of patient care, and acting as a key source of support and education for patients, families, and colleagues.
The successful candidate will demonstrate clinical leadership, emotional resilience, and a commitment to service development, education, and quality improvement. This is a rewarding and dynamic role, ideal for a nurse with a passion for oncology and a desire to make a tangible impact on patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
To lead and coordinate the delivery and development of the Gynae oncology service through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients through the utilisation of advanced clinical skills and advice in the assessment and management of patients, working autonomously and with the multi-disciplinary team to improve the quality and safety of patient care
To work autonomously and be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in relation to Gynae oncology and as set out in the NMC code
To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provide in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients within Gynae oncology and lead the effective delivery of care to patients
To lead the in provision of expert specialist knowledge, care and experience to support to the wider nursing team to facilitate the effective delivery of care to patients at all times
To lead and participate in the continuing improvement of services in line with the Trust objectives
To lead the provision of education and training to clinical staff and internal/external agencies
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead and coordinate the delivery and development of the Gynae oncology service through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients through the utilisation of advanced clinical skills and advice in the assessment and management of patients, working autonomously and with the multi-disciplinary team to improve the quality and safety of patient care
To work autonomously and be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in relation to Gynae oncology and as set out in the NMC code
To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provide in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients within Gynae oncology and lead the effective delivery of care to patients
To lead the in provision of expert specialist knowledge, care and experience to support to the wider nursing team to facilitate the effective delivery of care to patients at all times
To lead and participate in the continuing improvement of services in line with the Trust objectives
To lead the provision of education and training to clinical staff and internal/external agencies
Job description
Job responsibilities
To lead and coordinate the delivery and development of the Gynae oncology service through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice
To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients through the utilisation of advanced clinical skills and advice in the assessment and management of patients, working autonomously and with the multi-disciplinary team to improve the quality and safety of patient care
To work autonomously and be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in relation to Gynae oncology and as set out in the NMC code
To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provide in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients within Gynae oncology and lead the effective delivery of care to patients
To lead the in provision of expert specialist knowledge, care and experience to support to the wider nursing team to facilitate the effective delivery of care to patients at all times
To lead and participate in the continuing improvement of services in line with the Trust objectives
To lead the provision of education and training to clinical staff and internal/external agencies
Person Specification
Qualifications and experience
Essential
- RN 1st level current NMC Registration with a Degree in Nursing
- Significant experience of gynaecological oncology nursing or significant experience working as a CNS
Desirable
- Leadership and Management experience of a defined group of staff, team or service
- Experience of delivering nurse led clinics / facilitating patient / service user focus groups
Qualifications
Essential
- Clinical skills qualification
Person Specification
Qualifications and experience
Essential
- RN 1st level current NMC Registration with a Degree in Nursing
- Significant experience of gynaecological oncology nursing or significant experience working as a CNS
Desirable
- Leadership and Management experience of a defined group of staff, team or service
- Experience of delivering nurse led clinics / facilitating patient / service user focus groups
Qualifications
Essential
- Clinical skills qualification
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).
