Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust for a Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist. Acting as a key worker for patients and their carers you will deliver comprehensive specialist haematological care ensuring the highest standard of personalised care.
This post requires vision, innovation and the ability to work across professional boundaries underpinned by a real desire to provide the highest standards of patient care. Applicants for this post are invited from nurses who have extensive knowledge, skills and experience in Haematological Cancers, are enthusiastic, motivated and who have excellent communication skills.
Main duties of the job
The post holder has a key leadership and specialist role to support the organisation in the delivery of care for haematology patients and their families. This will be in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the specialty, ensuring that Trust values and beliefs are upheld. In addition, the Specialist Nurse has a fundamental role in leading on the development and the effective delivery of specialist cancer nursing to reflect the evolving health care agenda.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community
as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest
employers. We are an integrated provider of acute hospital
and community services for the people of Stockport, as well
serving the populations of East Cheshire and the High Peak
in North Derbyshire.
Our mission is to make a difference every day.
Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ people & Disabled people.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Acting in the role as a named key worker for patients and their families/carers
- Use advanced communication and psychological assessment skills to assess and alleviate psychological distress facilitating compassionate conversations for cancer patients and their families, including referral to other agencies / disciplines as appropriate.
- Delivery of Personalised Care to ensure everyone diagnosed with Cancer Unknown Primary receives a holistic needs assessment (HNA), personalised care and support plan and health and well-being advice throughout the pathway, signposting to support services as appropriate.
- Be an advocate for the patient at haematology meetings by contributing to Multidisciplinary Team Meeting discussions and wider conversations regarding their care.
- Work collaboratively with the Specialist Multi-disciplinary team at the tertiary centre.
- Undertake agreed clinical procedures relevant to haematology, in accordance with the standard operating procedures, clinical protocols and /or patient directives.
- Lead and develop nurse-led clinics/activity, including ordering investigations and interpreting results as appropriate for Haematology in line with competency training and trust requirements.
We offer a friendly and challenging work environment with a strong commitment to personal professional development.
You will work in collaboration with the Haematology Consultants and other members of the multi-professional team to ensure the continuity of an integrated seamless holistic approach to Haematology Cancer Care. You will play an active part in clinical practice, education, research/audit and the implementation of national guidelines. Undertake holistic assessment and care planning, nurse led clinics and work as an integrated member of the cancer nurse specialist team.
Haematology services are currently being provided in in day case and ambulatory settings. Stockport provides both systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and supportive therapies to a wide range of both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions, using an out-patient model. The post holder will be integral to the quality service which is provided.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £48.43. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Acting in the role as a named key worker for patients and their families/carers
- Use advanced communication and psychological assessment skills to assess and alleviate psychological distress facilitating compassionate conversations for cancer patients and their families, including referral to other agencies / disciplines as appropriate.
- Delivery of Personalised Care to ensure everyone diagnosed with Cancer Unknown Primary receives a holistic needs assessment (HNA), personalised care and support plan and health and well-being advice throughout the pathway, signposting to support services as appropriate.
- Be an advocate for the patient at haematology meetings by contributing to Multidisciplinary Team Meeting discussions and wider conversations regarding their care.
- Work collaboratively with the Specialist Multi-disciplinary team at the tertiary centre.
- Undertake agreed clinical procedures relevant to haematology, in accordance with the standard operating procedures, clinical protocols and /or patient directives.
- Lead and develop nurse-led clinics/activity, including ordering investigations and interpreting results as appropriate for Haematology in line with competency training and trust requirements.
We offer a friendly and challenging work environment with a strong commitment to personal professional development.
You will work in collaboration with the Haematology Consultants and other members of the multi-professional team to ensure the continuity of an integrated seamless holistic approach to Haematology Cancer Care. You will play an active part in clinical practice, education, research/audit and the implementation of national guidelines. Undertake holistic assessment and care planning, nurse led clinics and work as an integrated member of the cancer nurse specialist team.
Haematology services are currently being provided in in day case and ambulatory settings. Stockport provides both systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and supportive therapies to a wide range of both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions, using an out-patient model. The post holder will be integral to the quality service which is provided.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £48.43. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- First level degree
- Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of Masters level learning or prepared to work towards
- National Advanced Communications Skills Training or willing to work towards
- Counselling qualification/training
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues: Inc.: Understanding of NHS Policy documents, NICE guidelines, Cancer Waiting Times
Desirable
- End of Life Care Strategy and tools
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience, at Band 6 in Haematology
- Experience of Haemato-oncology management and in-depth knowledge of the disease process
- EvidencExperience of teaching in various formats e.g. teaching packages developed, formal programmes delivered of leadership experience
- Experience of managing a case load or team
- Experience of multi-professional working
- Evidence of communications skills e.g. dealing with conflict and delivering significant news.
- Experience of audit and research e.g. patient experience, evidence base practice, annual reports.
Desirable
- Previous experience of running Nurse Led Clinics
- Nurse Prescribing
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use essential IT software packages e.g. E-mail/EXCEL/PowerPoint/Somerset Cancer Registry/Microsoft Word
- Ability to demonstrate leaderships skills within the nursing specialty
- Ability to deliver programmes of education and training
- Ability to organise and negotiate work load and competing priorities within a department/service
- Exemplar written skills demonstrating concise and accurate documentation
- Ability to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations
- Ability to work under pressure, aptitude to change
- Ability to work across boundaries and deliver a quality service
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- First level degree
- Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of Masters level learning or prepared to work towards
- National Advanced Communications Skills Training or willing to work towards
- Counselling qualification/training
Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues: Inc.: Understanding of NHS Policy documents, NICE guidelines, Cancer Waiting Times
Desirable
- End of Life Care Strategy and tools
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience, at Band 6 in Haematology
- Experience of Haemato-oncology management and in-depth knowledge of the disease process
- EvidencExperience of teaching in various formats e.g. teaching packages developed, formal programmes delivered of leadership experience
- Experience of managing a case load or team
- Experience of multi-professional working
- Evidence of communications skills e.g. dealing with conflict and delivering significant news.
- Experience of audit and research e.g. patient experience, evidence base practice, annual reports.
Desirable
- Previous experience of running Nurse Led Clinics
- Nurse Prescribing
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use essential IT software packages e.g. E-mail/EXCEL/PowerPoint/Somerset Cancer Registry/Microsoft Word
- Ability to demonstrate leaderships skills within the nursing specialty
- Ability to deliver programmes of education and training
- Ability to organise and negotiate work load and competing priorities within a department/service
- Exemplar written skills demonstrating concise and accurate documentation
- Ability to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations
- Ability to work under pressure, aptitude to change
- Ability to work across boundaries and deliver a quality service
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).
