Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a self directed, motivated individual with experience in the field of gynaecology /oncology to be part of an established team of Gynae- Oncology nurse specialists based at the Royal Surrey County Hospital Cancer Centre. This will be a 6-month secondment, to support the service.
Working as a key member of the Gynae-oncology multidisciplinary team, you will take on the role of key worker, providing support from diagnosis and throughout treatment to both patients and their carers.
The post holder will be expected to support the Lead Gynae Oncology Nurse Specialists and contribute to the strategic direction and delivery of a quality service to patients with gynaecological malignancies .You will have the key responsibility for the coordination and organisation of the patient pathway throughout the disease trajectory. Work to enhance communication across both professional and organisational boundaries in order to ensure co-ordinated patient care.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate up-to-date relevant clinical knowledge and experience in gynaecology and oncology.
RGN, 5 years post-registration, with relevant experience in Gynae-Cancer nursing and or relevant cancer course at 1st Level Nursing degree, plus MSc or working towards/prepared to undertake; a qualification accrediting 20 level III CAT points in this specialist area of nursing practice; and, accredited communication skills qualification.
Main duties of the job
To provide a highly specialized Gynae oncology nursing service to all patients with gynecological tumors.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
The post holder will work in partnership with and provide cover for the Network Gynae Oncology CNS. They will work as part of the multi-professional team, ensuring that patients with gynecological tumors receive the highest standard of care and support from time of diagnosis onward. The post holder will represent the trust and the Lead cancer nurse at all meetings related to the cancer service framework and in particular those pertaining to Gynae oncology service.
In addition, the post holder will be expected to participate in the management and strategic development of the Gynae oncology service by:o Being recognised as an expert in their field holding additional specialist knowledge and experience.o Providing leadership in clinical practice for the professional team and peers, and ensuring effective learning experience for students through provision of an education environment.o Actively disseminating best practice through publication and conference presentations and participating in nursing research and national working parties.o The post holder is expected to develop this role in accordance with the work of Hamric, Spross and Hanson (1995), THE Trent report (2001) on Nurse Specialists, and the Novice to Expert Model (Benner 1986).
The key components identified for the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist include:o Expert Clinical Practiseo Educationo Research & Audito Leadership and Consultancyo Professional Role.
You should be confident and self-motivated, with excellent influencing skills and, utilising the benefit of your clinical knowledge and experience, be able to act as a resource to all levels of healthcare professional and support staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
The post holder will work in partnership with and provide cover for the Network Gynae Oncology CNS. They will work as part of the multi-professional team, ensuring that patients with gynecological tumors receive the highest standard of care and support from time of diagnosis onward. The post holder will represent the trust and the Lead cancer nurse at all meetings related to the cancer service framework and in particular those pertaining to Gynae oncology service.
In addition, the post holder will be expected to participate in the management and strategic development of the Gynae oncology service by:o Being recognised as an expert in their field holding additional specialist knowledge and experience.o Providing leadership in clinical practice for the professional team and peers, and ensuring effective learning experience for students through provision of an education environment.o Actively disseminating best practice through publication and conference presentations and participating in nursing research and national working parties.o The post holder is expected to develop this role in accordance with the work of Hamric, Spross and Hanson (1995), THE Trent report (2001) on Nurse Specialists, and the Novice to Expert Model (Benner 1986).
The key components identified for the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist include:o Expert Clinical Practiseo Educationo Research & Audito Leadership and Consultancyo Professional Role.
You should be confident and self-motivated, with excellent influencing skills and, utilising the benefit of your clinical knowledge and experience, be able to act as a resource to all levels of healthcare professional and support staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN (Adult)
- First Level Degree
- MSc Cancer Care, Undertaking or prepared to undertake
- Oncology qualification or 20 level III CAT points in specialist area
- Teaching/Mentorship qualification
Desirable
- Communication Skills
- Counselling course
Knowledge
Essential
- Current knowledge of gynecological tumors in both surgical and oncological setting.
- Band 6/7 experience with 5 years post registration experience
- Co-ordination of patient care across multi-disciplinary teams
- Understanding of National Cancer Agenda
Desirable
- Patient questionnaires/User feedback partnership
- Clinical Trials
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN (Adult)
- First Level Degree
- MSc Cancer Care, Undertaking or prepared to undertake
- Oncology qualification or 20 level III CAT points in specialist area
- Teaching/Mentorship qualification
Desirable
- Communication Skills
- Counselling course
Knowledge
Essential
- Current knowledge of gynecological tumors in both surgical and oncological setting.
- Band 6/7 experience with 5 years post registration experience
- Co-ordination of patient care across multi-disciplinary teams
- Understanding of National Cancer Agenda
Desirable
- Patient questionnaires/User feedback partnership
- Clinical Trials
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).
