Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated nurse with experience in cardiology, to apply for the position of cardio-oncology clinical nurse specialist. This post adds to the current complement of clinical nurse specialists within the wider cardiology team at UCLH.
Main duties of the job
The role involves working closely with the cardio-oncology multi-disciplinary team to treat and support adults with cancer who have or are at risk of cardiovascular complications. After a period of supervision and support, the CNS will be expected to review patients on the wards, formulate clinical management plans, recommend, and coordinate cardiac investigations and arrange appropriate follow up.
The CNS will also run outpatient clinics alongside a consultant and registrar.
The post holder will act independently/autonomously within the cardio-oncology team to manage a caseload being guided by best practice, trust policies and national/European guidelines.Flexibility across the cardiology specialism will be required to support services and provide cross cover.
The cardio-oncology CNS will have the opportunity to learn from oncology/haematology teams about novel cancer therapies.
This post requires a five-day week commitment (37.5hr) without night, weekend or bank holiday working.
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:
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.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Relevant post-registration programme
- Teaching/Assessment programme
- Significant relevant post registration experience in same specialty (HLP2), (FO)
- Honours Degree in Nursing, midwifery, research or ethics (HLP1), (SO)
Desirable
- Completed/completing Masters Degree (HLP2) (FO)
- Non-medical Independent and supplementary Prescribing Masters Level 7. experience in same specialty (HLP1), (SO)
- Leadership development programme (HLP2)
- Management development programme (HLP2)
Clinical Practice
Essential
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively (HLP1) / autonomously (HLP2)
- Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
Education / Research
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal & informal teaching of patients & staff.
- Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
- Skills in critical analysis and application of research to practice (HLP2)
- Previous experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation of practice / services
- Experience in acting as a clinical supervisor and mentor
- Published articles / poster presentations
Leadership
Essential
- Effective Communicator,in writing,verbally & electronically
Other Requirements
Desirable
- Previous experience in budgetary management
- Ability to manage change
- Experience in developing service strategies
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Relevant post-registration programme
- Teaching/Assessment programme
- Significant relevant post registration experience in same specialty (HLP2), (FO)
- Honours Degree in Nursing, midwifery, research or ethics (HLP1), (SO)
Desirable
- Completed/completing Masters Degree (HLP2) (FO)
- Non-medical Independent and supplementary Prescribing Masters Level 7. experience in same specialty (HLP1), (SO)
- Leadership development programme (HLP2)
- Management development programme (HLP2)
Clinical Practice
Essential
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively (HLP1) / autonomously (HLP2)
- Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
Education / Research
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal & informal teaching of patients & staff.
- Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
- Skills in critical analysis and application of research to practice (HLP2)
- Previous experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation of practice / services
- Experience in acting as a clinical supervisor and mentor
- Published articles / poster presentations
Leadership
Essential
- Effective Communicator,in writing,verbally & electronically
Other Requirements
Desirable
- Previous experience in budgetary management
- Ability to manage change
- Experience in developing service strategies
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
