Job summary
Working as a member of the Colorectal and Stoma Care Team the post holder will provide specialist nursing care to patients with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer and other diseases of the colon. They will be responsible for the co-ordination of the patients' treatment pathway, acting as a link between primary, secondary and tertiary care. They will act as a named key contact for patients, relatives and carers on behalf of the colorectal cancer MDT and provide support for patients and carers from the time of diagnosis onwards. The post holder will deliver specialist training and education programmes at all levels both in hospital and community settings. The post holder will work unsupervised with regular monitoring/clinical supervision from the Clinical Nurse Specialist and /or medical staff. They will assist in the development of protocols and procedures, and in research and clinical audit for the specialty.
Part Time - 28 hours per week
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have a passionate interest and an ability to work with the complex clinical nursing needs of this patient group and provide a recognisable Macmillan experience. They will be able to manage their own workload, work autonomously and have excellent assessment and clinical decision-making skills. They will be expected to actively participate in clinical audit, quality assurance activities and research projects pertinent to this service including Peer Review preparation. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Have in-depth knowledge of key National Cancer Strategies and the NHS Long Term Plan.
About us
We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:
- Cycle to Work
- Travel Scheme
- Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
- Onsite Nursery
- Buying and Selling Annual Leave
- Car Leasing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Health and Wellbeing
- Extensive Reward Scheme
- Counselling Service
- Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
- Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.
Our values:
We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:
- Committed to Quality of Care
- Compassion
- Working together for patients
- Improving Lives
- Everyone Counts
- Respect and Dignity
Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the Band 7 CNS to maintain accurate and concise records of the clinical service to ensure statistical information is compiled that will profile the service and inform future development.2 Be involved and contribute to clinical protocols and developments for the specialist services3 Assist the Band 7 CNS in collection of evidence and service improvements required for peer review4 Assist in the collection of colorectal data for submission to national audit.5 To undertake regular individual performance review in conjunction with the CNS and agree personal development plans in line with service objectives.6 Participate in the annual service review and following this assist in the production of an annual report evaluating service provision and future service developments.7 Organise own work and practice and participate in cover arrangements for the service.8 Undertake delegated tasks and project work, as requested by the line manager.9 Assist the Band 7 CNS in investigating complaints and incidents relevant to the department10 Deputise in the absence of the Band 7 CNS
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the Band 7 CNS to maintain accurate and concise records of the clinical service to ensure statistical information is compiled that will profile the service and inform future development.2 Be involved and contribute to clinical protocols and developments for the specialist services3 Assist the Band 7 CNS in collection of evidence and service improvements required for peer review4 Assist in the collection of colorectal data for submission to national audit.5 To undertake regular individual performance review in conjunction with the CNS and agree personal development plans in line with service objectives.6 Participate in the annual service review and following this assist in the production of an annual report evaluating service provision and future service developments.7 Organise own work and practice and participate in cover arrangements for the service.8 Undertake delegated tasks and project work, as requested by the line manager.9 Assist the Band 7 CNS in investigating complaints and incidents relevant to the department10 Deputise in the absence of the Band 7 CNS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Bachelor degree in nursing or health related subject or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Specialist post graduate course in stoma care (EG ENB 980,216)
- Teaching and mentoring qualification or equivalent experience
- Counselling qualification
- Masters or working towards.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS Constitution & 'Understanding the New NHS
- Understanding of anatomy and physiology of the GI tract
- Understanding of colorectal cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Awareness of national cancer standards Understanding of principles of change management
Skills
Essential
- Teaching and presenting skills
- IT skills
- Excellent Assessment skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a surgical setting
- Experience of teaching in practice or formal lecturing
- Experience of inter-disciplinary working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Bachelor degree in nursing or health related subject or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Specialist post graduate course in stoma care (EG ENB 980,216)
- Teaching and mentoring qualification or equivalent experience
- Counselling qualification
- Masters or working towards.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS Constitution & 'Understanding the New NHS
- Understanding of anatomy and physiology of the GI tract
- Understanding of colorectal cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Awareness of national cancer standards Understanding of principles of change management
Skills
Essential
- Teaching and presenting skills
- IT skills
- Excellent Assessment skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a surgical setting
- Experience of teaching in practice or formal lecturing
- Experience of inter-disciplinary working
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).
