Job summary
The Brain and rare CNS Tumour service is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist, to work within the well-established Clinical Nurse Specialist team. This is a three day a week role, as part of a job share.
The service is based at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery but the post holder will be required to work across UCLH sites to support patients throughout their pathway.
It is an exciting time to be involved with this team of Clinical Nurse Specialists where Nurse Led services are being developed within this dynamic multidisciplinary team, such as Nurse Led follow up and pre surgical clinics and where services are always being developed to improve the management pathway of this group of patients.
Main duties of the job
The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery is the United Kingdom's oldest and largest dedicated neurological and neurosurgical hospital. We are part of University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and we are linked with the University College London (UCL) Institute of Neurology, City and Southbank University's. Together we are a major international centre for neuroscience training and research.
The Brain Tumour Unit (BTU) was set up in 2008 as a beacon for the support and care of patients with brain and rare CNS tumours and a hub for specialist care. It was designed to have a dedicated team of highly specialist clinicians, therapists and Clinical Nurse Specialists who are experienced in the treatment of patients with brain and rare CNS tumours, who work alongside other allied health professional teams providing a holistic package of care.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040 .
The BTU includes Molly Lane Fox Ward, at the NHNN. The ward opened in 2011 with 12 beds and is the first dedicated ward that specializes in caring for brain tumour patients and is still the only in patient brain tumour unit within the UK. In 2018 MLF expanded to 25 beds. One of the aims of this unit is to provide specialist care aimed at improving survival rates but also to contribute to improving quality of life for adults with brain tumours. The ward provides care for short stay, acutely unwell and deteriorating patients as well as peri-operative neurosurgical care.
The successful applicant must be motivated and enthusiastic about the specialist care needs of this patient group. They should be an outstanding communicator, able to demonstrate first-rate organisational and multitasking skills and can prioritise effectively and efficiently in a busy and fast paced work environment. The successful applicant must demonstrate an ability to support, teach, develop, and educate others and possess good leadership skills. They should be able to work well autonomously and as part of a strong multidisciplinary team to deliver and maintain a high quality of care.
Potential candidates should have recent experience in an acute Neurosurgery setting, Neuro-Oncology setting or a cancer specialism that has exposure to brain metastases. The successful individual will have a role in contributing to the delivery of the Trust Objectives as well as objectives for this Brain Tumour Service ensuring that the care delivered reflects the Trust Vision and Values.
Informal visits or telephone conversation can be considered for short-listed candidates only.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040 .
The BTU includes Molly Lane Fox Ward, at the NHNN. The ward opened in 2011 with 12 beds and is the first dedicated ward that specializes in caring for brain tumour patients and is still the only in patient brain tumour unit within the UK. In 2018 MLF expanded to 25 beds. One of the aims of this unit is to provide specialist care aimed at improving survival rates but also to contribute to improving quality of life for adults with brain tumours. The ward provides care for short stay, acutely unwell and deteriorating patients as well as peri-operative neurosurgical care.
The successful applicant must be motivated and enthusiastic about the specialist care needs of this patient group. They should be an outstanding communicator, able to demonstrate first-rate organisational and multitasking skills and can prioritise effectively and efficiently in a busy and fast paced work environment. The successful applicant must demonstrate an ability to support, teach, develop, and educate others and possess good leadership skills. They should be able to work well autonomously and as part of a strong multidisciplinary team to deliver and maintain a high quality of care.
Potential candidates should have recent experience in an acute Neurosurgery setting, Neuro-Oncology setting or a cancer specialism that has exposure to brain metastases. The successful individual will have a role in contributing to the delivery of the Trust Objectives as well as objectives for this Brain Tumour Service ensuring that the care delivered reflects the Trust Vision and Values.
Informal visits or telephone conversation can be considered for short-listed candidates only.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Relevant post-registration programme
- Teaching/Assessment programme
- Leadership development programme
- Honours Degree in Nursing, research or ethics
- Completed/completing Masters Degree
Desirable
- Management development programme
- Advanced communication skill course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years relevant post registration experience in same specialty at a band 6 or above
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
- Evidence of developing & leading nurse led clinics / services
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively autonomously
- Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
- Able to respond appropriately to accident or untoward clinical incidents
- Participate in and comply with UCLH, and Divisional clinical governance frameworks
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal & informal teaching of patients & staff
- Skills in critical analysis and application of research to practice
- Previous experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Experience in acting as a clinical supervisor and mentor
Desirable
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation of practice / services
- Published articles / poster presentations
- Previous experience in budgetary management
Communication
Essential
- Keyboard and word processing skills
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Commitment to maintaining own fitness for practice through maintaining a personal portfolio of competencies
- Experience as a preceptor/facilitator/mentor
Specific Requirements
Essential
- The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through the occupational health with any reasonable aids and adjustments if necessary
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Relevant post-registration programme
- Teaching/Assessment programme
- Leadership development programme
- Honours Degree in Nursing, research or ethics
- Completed/completing Masters Degree
Desirable
- Management development programme
- Advanced communication skill course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years relevant post registration experience in same specialty at a band 6 or above
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
- Evidence of developing & leading nurse led clinics / services
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively autonomously
- Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
- Able to respond appropriately to accident or untoward clinical incidents
- Participate in and comply with UCLH, and Divisional clinical governance frameworks
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal & informal teaching of patients & staff
- Skills in critical analysis and application of research to practice
- Previous experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Experience in acting as a clinical supervisor and mentor
Desirable
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation of practice / services
- Published articles / poster presentations
- Previous experience in budgetary management
Communication
Essential
- Keyboard and word processing skills
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Commitment to maintaining own fitness for practice through maintaining a personal portfolio of competencies
- Experience as a preceptor/facilitator/mentor
Specific Requirements
Essential
- The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through the occupational health with any reasonable aids and adjustments if necessary
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).
