Overview
Join to apply for the Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist role at NHS. We are recruiting for an Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Nurse Specialist to join our dynamic and expanding Acute Oncology Service (AOS) Nursing Team at Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC).
MVCC is a renowned tertiary hospital at the forefront of Cancer Care in the UK, with exciting plans for the future. This post will enable the current team to develop the AOS at MVCC by supporting the AOS Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) team in providing advice and support to patients who experience acute symptoms of their cancer and/or treatment. The post holder will work collaboratively with the advanced clinical practitioners (ACP) and the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure efficient patient pathways, positive patient experience and safe discharge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse to develop their skills and knowledge of AOS within a supportive and positive learning environment. You will receive a High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of your basic salary, subject to a minimum payment of £4,552 and a maximum payment of £5,735 per annum pro rata.
Main duties of the job
* The Nurse Specialist will provide support to the AOS Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) team in providing advice and support to patients who experience acute symptoms of their cancer and/or treatment.
* Hold the 24-hour/7-day-a-week telephone triage during day time shift and be part of the 5-day week face-to-face AOS Assessment Unit.
* Work collaboratively with the ACP and MDT to ensure efficient patient pathways, positive patient experience and safe discharge; prioritise admissions to inpatient ward according to admission criteria.
* Be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any MVCC area specified, acting as professional role model, and providing direct and indirect clinical care, teaching and research.
About Us
East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust provides a range of general and specialist services. Our 6,000+ dedicated staff aim to give patients the best care with a flexible and innovative approach. We run the following hospitals: The Lister Hospital (Stevenage), New Queen Elizabeth II (New QEII) (Welwyn Garden City), Hertford County Hospital, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre (MVCC) (Northwood).
We are committed to a positive work-life balance and will consider flexible working requests in line with service needs.
Details
* Band 6
* Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per year pro rata plus 15% HCAS
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Location: Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, HA6 2RN
Job Description & Person Specification
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification from the application pack for further detailed information regarding this role. ENHT seeks to maintain and expand Mount Vernon Cancer Centre staff as we move to an exciting new future. We welcome applications from those who would relish being part of a developing cancer service, building on the excellent reputation, research and patient experience the Cancer Centre already delivers.
Essential
* Knowledge of Oncology conditions and acute oncological emergencies
* Up-to-date knowledge of professional practice issues
* Experience and evidence of engagement around equality, diversity and inclusion issues in policy, service development and service delivery
* Ability to travel to other locations as required
* Ability to cover shift patterns including weekends and Bank Holidays (not including nights)
Desirable
* Knowledge of local and national guidance and audits with ability to implement recommendations
* Ability to problem solve, evaluate risk and manage complex situations
* Experience understanding and contributing to clinical governance policy
Other information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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