Job summary
Due
to the expansion of the Bowel Cancer Screening Service and age extension
planning we are looking to recruit a specialist screening practitioner to
join the existing team at Bishop Auckland Hospital. The post holder will provide the highest
standard of care and support for patients participating in the national Bowel
Cancer Screening Programme. The post is varied and includes providing clinics led
by the practitioners for individuals who have had a positive FIT as part of the
programme, attending colonoscopy lists, managing surveillance following the
introduction of new guidance in 2019, providing histology and radiology results
including cancer diagnosis. The post holder will have responsibility for
assessing, informing and supporting individuals throughout the screening
pathway. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of highly motivated,
professional staff who take pride in providing excellent services for our
patients. The team was highly praised by
the Quality Assurance Regional Centre who undertook a Quality Assurance Visit
in 2018. The post will be based at Bishop Auckland Hospital, but you may be
expected to travel across the three main trust sites.
Main duties of the job
The ability to be flexible and organised in the workplace
with a passion for delivering a quality and successful service is essential.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required
to maintain and develop relationships with a wide range of internal and
external contacts.
You will be supported by induction training and ongoing
development. You will have regular supervision, and an annual appraisal with
learning opportunities.
The successful applicant will be expected to complete the
Liverpool John Moore's Screening Practitioner's course within the first 12
months of coming into post - this is a mandatory requirement for the role and
includes a residential element.
The hours of work are 37.5 per week and include
evening and weekend working.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as the referred participants named contact and support.
Act as an advocate and put forward views and wishes on
behalf of the referred participant.
Assist the Clinical Director, where appropriate, with
operational and strategic development of the BCSP Screening Centre.
Provide counselling and support to participants diagnosis
with benign and malignant colorectal disease, ensuring referral to appropriate
specialist teams.
Present patients whom have cancers or malignant polyps
detected and confirmed as a result of the screening examination at their local
Colorectal MDT, referring them over for continuing specialist care.
Ensures the participant and screening centre are informed of
their referral to the Colorectal Team and their new point of contact.
Develops and maintains collaborative working with the
Colorectal Cancer MDT.
Provides information in a variety of forms and media to
facilitate understanding and questions, which enable individuals to participate
in the BCSP and make informed decisions about screening options, care and
treatment.
Provides support in collaboration with the wider public
health and promotion teams to maximise participation in the Bowel Screening
Programme.
Provide nurse-led clinics to enable participants to make
informed decisions about undertaking the screening examination (colonoscopy or
alternative).
Through nurse-led clinics assess the participant's
suitability, acceptability and fitness for the screening examination,
requesting alternative screening examinations based upon the above and the
participant's informed choice.
Ensure timely access to the screening examination with
timely reporting of findings to the participant.
Utilising knowledge and skills and through nurse-led clinics
and individual contact, make informed judgements and plan further care and
follow up based upon the outcomes of the screening examination.
Ensure further screening, surveillance and/or treatment is
implemented within agreed pathwyas, referring to other specialist nurses and
services as appropriate, and that accurate and contemporaneous records are made
of same.
Participates in quality assurance measures towards the
provision of a high quality screening service and is involved (via clinical
governance frameworks) with strategies to develop quality assurance standards
and management.
Participates within audit and research to provide an
evidence-based practice base.
Assist with national, regional and local clinical trials and
research as part of the work of the BCSP.
Initiates, completes and maintains accurate and timely
records of care provided.
Promotes sharing of skills, knowledge and
experience throughout the BCSP screening centre and hub through formal and
informal networks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as the referred participants named contact and support.
Act as an advocate and put forward views and wishes on
behalf of the referred participant.
Assist the Clinical Director, where appropriate, with
operational and strategic development of the BCSP Screening Centre.
Provide counselling and support to participants diagnosis
with benign and malignant colorectal disease, ensuring referral to appropriate
specialist teams.
Present patients whom have cancers or malignant polyps
detected and confirmed as a result of the screening examination at their local
Colorectal MDT, referring them over for continuing specialist care.
Ensures the participant and screening centre are informed of
their referral to the Colorectal Team and their new point of contact.
Develops and maintains collaborative working with the
Colorectal Cancer MDT.
Provides information in a variety of forms and media to
facilitate understanding and questions, which enable individuals to participate
in the BCSP and make informed decisions about screening options, care and
treatment.
Provides support in collaboration with the wider public
health and promotion teams to maximise participation in the Bowel Screening
Programme.
Provide nurse-led clinics to enable participants to make
informed decisions about undertaking the screening examination (colonoscopy or
alternative).
Through nurse-led clinics assess the participant's
suitability, acceptability and fitness for the screening examination,
requesting alternative screening examinations based upon the above and the
participant's informed choice.
Ensure timely access to the screening examination with
timely reporting of findings to the participant.
Utilising knowledge and skills and through nurse-led clinics
and individual contact, make informed judgements and plan further care and
follow up based upon the outcomes of the screening examination.
Ensure further screening, surveillance and/or treatment is
implemented within agreed pathwyas, referring to other specialist nurses and
services as appropriate, and that accurate and contemporaneous records are made
of same.
Participates in quality assurance measures towards the
provision of a high quality screening service and is involved (via clinical
governance frameworks) with strategies to develop quality assurance standards
and management.
Participates within audit and research to provide an
evidence-based practice base.
Assist with national, regional and local clinical trials and
research as part of the work of the BCSP.
Initiates, completes and maintains accurate and timely
records of care provided.
Promotes sharing of skills, knowledge and
experience throughout the BCSP screening centre and hub through formal and
informal networks.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent demonstrable qulification/combination of qualifications.
- Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
- Evidence of IT experience, significant experience on Mircrosoft Office.
- NMC Registration.
Desirable
- Evidence of IT related qulification.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience as a qualified nurse.
- Evidence of managing a caseload or care group in a clinical setting with multidisciplinary working.
- Evidence of having been responsible for day to day supervision or coordination of staff in a clinical setting.
- Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality patient care including evidence of participation in quality assurance, audit and research.
Desirable
- Existing SSP qualification from Liverpool John Moore's University.
- Advanced Practitioner Degree in associated speciality such as GI pathology or Health Promotion or Pre-assessment.
- Evidence of participation in quality assurance, audit and research.
- Evidence of having worked with patients from at least on of the following groups: general surgery or cancer is desirable.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- A motivated and positive attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Ability to use computer software to develop and create reports, databases and spreadsheets.
- Ability to deal with confidential issues in a professional and sensitive manner.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Able to follow trust polices and procedures.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Endoscopy is desirable.
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role
- Travel as needed across County Durham and Darlington.
- Occupational Health clearance.
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent demonstrable qulification/combination of qualifications.
- Evidence of continuing professional and personal development.
- Evidence of IT experience, significant experience on Mircrosoft Office.
- NMC Registration.
Desirable
- Evidence of IT related qulification.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience as a qualified nurse.
- Evidence of managing a caseload or care group in a clinical setting with multidisciplinary working.
- Evidence of having been responsible for day to day supervision or coordination of staff in a clinical setting.
- Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality patient care including evidence of participation in quality assurance, audit and research.
Desirable
- Existing SSP qualification from Liverpool John Moore's University.
- Advanced Practitioner Degree in associated speciality such as GI pathology or Health Promotion or Pre-assessment.
- Evidence of participation in quality assurance, audit and research.
- Evidence of having worked with patients from at least on of the following groups: general surgery or cancer is desirable.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- A motivated and positive attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- Ability to use computer software to develop and create reports, databases and spreadsheets.
- Ability to deal with confidential issues in a professional and sensitive manner.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Able to follow trust polices and procedures.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Endoscopy is desirable.
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role
- Travel as needed across County Durham and Darlington.
- Occupational Health clearance.
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
