Job summary
Due to exciting service developments, we are in a position to expand our team and are currently looking for highly motivated nurses with experience in the field of Urology and / or Oncology to join our Prostate Cancer Nursing Specialist Team.
You will be required to provide support, patient education and advice from diagnosis, through treatments and follow up, including remote monitoring.
The posts involve working within a proactive and dynamic team of Prostate Cancer Nurse Specialists who along with the wider multi-disciplinary team support their patients and families throughout their cancer pathway.
The posts have strong links, and is partially supported by, local prostate cancer charity 'Prostaid'.
You will need a minimum of 3 years' experience at Band 5 or above and knowledge of the speciality and evidence of continued professional development. We are looking for a nurse with personal and professional maturity. Flexibility is required as the post involves cross-site working.
A full induction package with educational support will be available.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Jo Wortley or Jo Bishop on 0116 2588328
Main duties of the job
You will be required to provide support, patient education and advice from pre- diagnosis, through treatments and follow up for patients with a diagnosis of prostate cacncer
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellenceAnd we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one teamThis is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The purpose of the post is to provide expert specialist clinical nursing practice for both outpatients, inpatients (including NHS and private patients where relevant). The Prostate Cancer Nurse Specialist (CNS) will use evidence-based clinical practice in line with current research, guidelines and other available evidence. They will ensure that patients and their families are fully informed about their journey through the service from diagnostic investigations, surgery and oncological care. The CNS will liaise with other members of the Multi-disciplinary Team when required, to ensure delivery of reliable high quality care
- The CNS will be a core member of the department and will be responsible for ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive range of services are provided for all patients receiving active treatments for Prostate Cancer that are referred to UHL
- The post holder will plan and deliver care in accordance with UHL Trust Values. This post will be partially funded by the charity PROSTAID. The post holder will be expected to liaise with the trustees/directors of Prostaid and support the charitys fundraising events and support groups when necessary
The detailed job description and main responsibilities are included as an attachment to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The purpose of the post is to provide expert specialist clinical nursing practice for both outpatients, inpatients (including NHS and private patients where relevant). The Prostate Cancer Nurse Specialist (CNS) will use evidence-based clinical practice in line with current research, guidelines and other available evidence. They will ensure that patients and their families are fully informed about their journey through the service from diagnostic investigations, surgery and oncological care. The CNS will liaise with other members of the Multi-disciplinary Team when required, to ensure delivery of reliable high quality care
- The CNS will be a core member of the department and will be responsible for ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive range of services are provided for all patients receiving active treatments for Prostate Cancer that are referred to UHL
- The post holder will plan and deliver care in accordance with UHL Trust Values. This post will be partially funded by the charity PROSTAID. The post holder will be expected to liaise with the trustees/directors of Prostaid and support the charitys fundraising events and support groups when necessary
The detailed job description and main responsibilities are included as an attachment to this advert.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practice ? Degree level education ? Specialist training relevant to role. ? To include diploma level specialist training/short courses. ? Qualification in teaching and mentoring
Desirable
- Degree with relevance to specialism
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team ? Excellent communication both written and verbal ? Excellent interpersonal skills.
Desirable
- Advanced Communication Skills
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in or having undertaken research/audit
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Evidence of managing/leading change Able to organise own workload ? Able to plan and delegate roles to others as appropriate
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practice ? Degree level education ? Specialist training relevant to role. ? To include diploma level specialist training/short courses. ? Qualification in teaching and mentoring
Desirable
- Degree with relevance to specialism
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team ? Excellent communication both written and verbal ? Excellent interpersonal skills.
Desirable
- Advanced Communication Skills
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in or having undertaken research/audit
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Evidence of managing/leading change Able to organise own workload ? Able to plan and delegate roles to others as appropriate
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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).
