Job overview
The Lung cancer team is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist to support leading our lung cancer team. The role is based within the Department for Respiratory Medicine but will involves multi-site working, including our Oncology ward and outpatient department and at our Outpatient Assessment Centre at South Walks House.
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate clinical expertise, competence, confidence and be able to work within an autonomous and defined scope of practice. They should have advanced communication skills, organisational and multi-tasking skills and can prioritise effectively and efficiently.
The successful applicant must also demonstrate an ability to support, teach, develop, and educate others and possess and range of leadership skills. They should be able to work autonomously and work as part of a strong multidisciplinary team to maintain and deliver a high quality of care.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role include supporting the Lung ACP leading our lung cancer team along with our lung cancer lead physician. The post holder should be able to innovate and demonstrate clinical excellence. They will also be expected to support specialist clinics in lung cancer to provide high quality care to patients and their families.
Working for our organisation
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Act as a role model demonstrating high standards of care and providing clinical leadership to others.
* To develop patient pathways and be responsible for leading and developing the nursing service.
* Work with the Multidisciplinary team to ensure that our cancer service complies with the national standards for safety and quality.
* To work autonomously and seek collaborative relationships with others across and within professional boundaries.
* To offer advice, support and education to clinical teams across the trust and network where appropriate.
* To offer the patient and families the skills of an experienced cancer CNS in all aspects of their care, including social and emotional needs.
* Deliver evidence based individualised patient care according to patient's changing health care needs, through holistic needs assessment (HNA).
* To provide expert knowledge and advice in own specialist area, ensuring maintenance of clinical excellence underpinned by evidence-based practice.
Person specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
* Registered General Nurse
* First level degree in related subject
* Evidence of Masters level learning or prepared to work towards
Desirable criteria
* Research Qualification
* Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
* Evidence of continued professional development
* Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards
* Recognised teaching qualification or prepared to work towards
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
* Relevant post registration experience, at Band 6 or above, in cancer, palliative care or other speciality
* Experience of teaching
* In-depth specialist training
* Experience of multiprofessional working
* Evidence of advanced communications skills
* Previous experience of working as a clinical nurse specialist
* Experience of audit and research
* Understanding of Macmillan Cancer Support and its’ role across the UK
Desirable criteria
* Leadership and management experience
* Ability to lead and influence change
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
* IT literate
* Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
* Organisation and negotiation skills
* Effective communication
* Leadership and motivational skills
Desirable criteria
* Ability to motivate self and others
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
* Flexible attitude to working
* Exemplar written communication skills
* Ability to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations
Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.