Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate
individual to join our Urology Cancer CNS team in a pivotal support role across
the cancer pathway. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to
high-quality, patient-centred care within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. The
successful candidate will be involved in ward reviews, coordinating outpatient
appointments, undertaking post-operative telephone follow-ups, and triaging
clinical queries to ensure timely communication and seamless care coordination.
This role is ideal for someone organised, proactive, and confident working both
independently and under supervision, with a genuine commitment to supporting
patients through their cancer journey and maintaining the highest standards of
care.
Main duties of the job
The
jobholder will assist in the overall implementation and evaluation of care as
part of the multi professional team. The jobholder is expected to plan,
implement, deliver and maintain high standards of patient care. The jobholder
will be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) and acting on own initiative to
achieve the planned outcome.
The
jobholder will contribute to the maintenance of an environment for effective
care.
The
jobholder will be expected to lead a team of clinical support workers and
apprentice clinical support workers.
The
jobholder will be expected to practice in accordance within Trust policies,
guidelines, standards and statutory requirements and operate within defined
competency boundaries.
The
jobholder will work within a ward, clinical department or community setting as
part of a multidisciplinary team.
The
jobholder must comply with the wearing of PPE as appropriate to the clinical
situation - this may involve wearing face masks for a considerable length of
time.
About us
Matron
Band
7 Urology Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) / Team Lead
Band
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
Band
3 Clinical Support Worker (This Post)
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
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Job description
Job responsibilities
We
are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join the Urology Cancer
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team in a pivotal support role across the
cancer pathway. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality,
patient-centred care within a dynamic multidisciplinary team.
The
post holder will support patients throughout their cancer journey by
coordinating care, undertaking clinical support activities, and ensuring timely
communication across services. The role requires an organised, proactive
individual who is confident working independently and under supervision, and
who is committed to maintaining the highest standards of care.
Key
Responsibilities
Support
the implementation, delivery, and evaluation of patient care within the
multidisciplinary team.
Undertake
ward reviews and assist in the coordination of outpatient appointments.
Conduct
post-operative telephone follow-ups and appropriately triage clinical queries.
Ensure
effective communication and seamless care coordination across the cancer
pathway.
Lead
and supervise a team of Clinical Support Workers and Apprentice Clinical
Support Workers.
Maintain
a safe, effective clinical environment that promotes high standards of patient
care.
Act
on own initiative within defined competency boundaries to achieve planned
outcomes.
Practice
in accordance with Trust policies, guidelines, professional standards, and
statutory requirements.
Work
flexibly across ward, clinical department, or community settings as required.
Comply
with PPE requirements appropriate to the clinical setting, including prolonged
use of face masks where necessary.
Stock
ordering and stock taking
Job description
Job responsibilities
We
are seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join the Urology Cancer
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team in a pivotal support role across the
cancer pathway. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality,
patient-centred care within a dynamic multidisciplinary team.
The
post holder will support patients throughout their cancer journey by
coordinating care, undertaking clinical support activities, and ensuring timely
communication across services. The role requires an organised, proactive
individual who is confident working independently and under supervision, and
who is committed to maintaining the highest standards of care.
Key
Responsibilities
Support
the implementation, delivery, and evaluation of patient care within the
multidisciplinary team.
Undertake
ward reviews and assist in the coordination of outpatient appointments.
Conduct
post-operative telephone follow-ups and appropriately triage clinical queries.
Ensure
effective communication and seamless care coordination across the cancer
pathway.
Lead
and supervise a team of Clinical Support Workers and Apprentice Clinical
Support Workers.
Maintain
a safe, effective clinical environment that promotes high standards of patient
care.
Act
on own initiative within defined competency boundaries to achieve planned
outcomes.
Practice
in accordance with Trust policies, guidelines, professional standards, and
statutory requirements.
Work
flexibly across ward, clinical department, or community settings as required.
Comply
with PPE requirements appropriate to the clinical setting, including prolonged
use of face masks where necessary.
Stock
ordering and stock taking
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Caring and motivated
- Compassionate
- Courageous
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic Willingness to learn and develop their role
- Telephone skills
- Admin skills
- IT Skills
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care,
- Diploma in Health Level 3, Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Level 3 or equivalent experience.
- The Care Certificate or in the absence of this the jobholder must successfully attain the Care Certificate within the first 3 months of employment.
- Commitment to undergo training and education as required
Desirable
- Basic skills Maths and English Level 2 (equivalent of GCSE 4-9 (A*-C)).
Other criteria
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy Ability to travel in
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a healthcare setting
- delivering personal and clinical care.
- Utilisation of planning and organisational skills
- Insight into roles responsibilities of post.
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Working with urological conditions including cancer pathways
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Caring and motivated
- Compassionate
- Courageous
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic Willingness to learn and develop their role
- Telephone skills
- Admin skills
- IT Skills
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care,
- Diploma in Health Level 3, Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Level 3 or equivalent experience.
- The Care Certificate or in the absence of this the jobholder must successfully attain the Care Certificate within the first 3 months of employment.
- Commitment to undergo training and education as required
Desirable
- Basic skills Maths and English Level 2 (equivalent of GCSE 4-9 (A*-C)).
Other criteria
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy Ability to travel in
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a healthcare setting
- delivering personal and clinical care.
- Utilisation of planning and organisational skills
- Insight into roles responsibilities of post.
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Working with urological conditions including cancer pathways
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).
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).
