Job summary
Following a review of our Paediatric Oncology service, we are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic candidate to join our team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist for an initial period of 6 months, with the potential for extension.
We are seeking an experienced children's nurse, with substantial experience of cancer in children and young people, practicing at band 6 level or above. The team that you will work with is talented, motivated, and subject to current review in line with POSCU guidance revisions. We are looking for a candidate who will be visible and both patient and staff focused to work within this excellent team.
This is the perfect opportunity for a nurse who wishes to pursue a CNS role in Paediatric Oncology. For internal applications, this post could be considered as a secondment with your direct line manager's support.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Nurse Specialist for Paediatric Oncology will provide specialist nursing care and support in the management of children and young people being investigated, diagnosed and treated for Cancer. This will involve dealing with complex and sensitive situations, providing specialist nursing and individualized care to children and their families in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will have sound knowledge and experience of Cancer in Children and Young people, they will demonstrate high level skills in clinical practice as well as developing and maintaining policies and standards of nursing care and staff development from an Oncology perspective. The post holder will offer education and training to members of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will lead on care for children and young people with Cancer, this will involve at times breaking bad news and taking the appropriate action in emergency or unforeseen situations. They will provide support and education to children and their parents/carers. We are a Level 1 Paediatric Shared care Oncology unit providing day care, bolus chemotherapy and febrile neutropenia care to Oncology patients at North Middlesex University Hospital. In the near future we are hoping to become an enhanced POSCU, and duties will include giving infusional day case chemotherapy. About us
NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust (NMUH) is one of London's busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond. Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients' wellbeing. We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life. This includes health visitors and school nurses who are delivering the national Healthy Child Programme, which provides a structured framework for the delivery of key interventions to support the health and wellbeing of children and families from 0 to 5 and school aged children from 5-19. The 0-19 service aims to improve pathways and partnerships with services in the hospital and deliver excellent care for the children and families. Date posted
24 January 2025 Pay scheme
Agenda for change Band
Band 7 Salary
£51,883 to £58,544 a year pro-rata per annum inclusive of HCAs Contract
Fixed term Duration
6 months Working pattern
Part-time Reference number
393-NMUH-2087 Job locations
North Middlesex University Hospital Sterling Way London N18 1QX Job description Job responsibilities
A full list of duties and responsibilities will be found within the job description and requirements for the role can be found within the person specification. Person Specification
Education and qualifications Essential
oRSCN/RN part 15 (Child Branch) oRelevant accredited post registration qualification level 3 Oncology course (Introduction to childhood cancer & continuing cancer care) oEvidence of master's level academic study Desirable
oNon-medical prescribing course V300 Skills and abilities Essential
oAdvanced clinical, managerial, and leadership skills in Paediatric Oncology. oChemotherapy competent. oProven listening/counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes. oEvidence of teaching skills in teaching patients in how to manage their conditions and raise their awareness of the condition. oAbility to clinically lead and influence staff. Experience Essential
oExtensive experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialist Oncology area delivering effective patient focused care. oProven evidence of management/leadership skills and autonomous practice. oPrevious experience of student supervision and clinical education at undergraduate level. oExperience of delivering patient advocacy. oExperience of audit, research, and evidence-based care. Trust Values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values Personal Qualities Essential
oEnthusiastic and motivated. oGood interpersonal skills. oProfessional approach to work. oAccountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working. oOpenness - Shares information and good practice appropriately. oMutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect. Other Essential
oClean driving license and access to own car. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship
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. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details
Employer name:
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust Address: North Middlesex University Hospital Sterling Way London N18 1QX Employer's website:
https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/
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The Clinical Nurse Specialist for Paediatric Oncology will provide specialist nursing care and support in the management of children and young people being investigated, diagnosed and treated for Cancer. This will involve dealing with complex and sensitive situations, providing specialist nursing and individualized care to children and their families in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will have sound knowledge and experience of Cancer in Children and Young people, they will demonstrate high level skills in clinical practice as well as developing and maintaining policies and standards of nursing care and staff development from an Oncology perspective. The post holder will offer education and training to members of the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will lead on care for children and young people with Cancer, this will involve at times breaking bad news and taking the appropriate action in emergency or unforeseen situations. They will provide support and education to children and their parents/carers. We are a Level 1 Paediatric Shared care Oncology unit providing day care, bolus chemotherapy and febrile neutropenia care to Oncology patients at North Middlesex University Hospital. In the near future we are hoping to become an enhanced POSCU, and duties will include giving infusional day case chemotherapy. About us
NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust (NMUH) is one of London's busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond. Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients' wellbeing. We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life. This includes health visitors and school nurses who are delivering the national Healthy Child Programme, which provides a structured framework for the delivery of key interventions to support the health and wellbeing of children and families from 0 to 5 and school aged children from 5-19. The 0-19 service aims to improve pathways and partnerships with services in the hospital and deliver excellent care for the children and families. Date posted
24 January 2025 Pay scheme
Agenda for change Band
Band 7 Salary
£51,883 to £58,544 a year pro-rata per annum inclusive of HCAs Contract
Fixed term Duration
6 months Working pattern
Part-time Reference number
393-NMUH-2087 Job locations
North Middlesex University Hospital Sterling Way London N18 1QX Job description Job responsibilities
A full list of duties and responsibilities will be found within the job description and requirements for the role can be found within the person specification. Person Specification
Education and qualifications Essential
oRSCN/RN part 15 (Child Branch) oRelevant accredited post registration qualification level 3 Oncology course (Introduction to childhood cancer & continuing cancer care) oEvidence of master's level academic study Desirable
oNon-medical prescribing course V300 Skills and abilities Essential
oAdvanced clinical, managerial, and leadership skills in Paediatric Oncology. oChemotherapy competent. oProven listening/counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes. oEvidence of teaching skills in teaching patients in how to manage their conditions and raise their awareness of the condition. oAbility to clinically lead and influence staff. Experience Essential
oExtensive experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialist Oncology area delivering effective patient focused care. oProven evidence of management/leadership skills and autonomous practice. oPrevious experience of student supervision and clinical education at undergraduate level. oExperience of delivering patient advocacy. oExperience of audit, research, and evidence-based care. Trust Values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet Trust values Personal Qualities Essential
oEnthusiastic and motivated. oGood interpersonal skills. oProfessional approach to work. oAccountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working. oOpenness - Shares information and good practice appropriately. oMutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect. Other Essential
oClean driving license and access to own car. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship
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. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details
Employer name:
North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust Address: North Middlesex University Hospital Sterling Way London N18 1QX Employer's website:
https://www.northmid.nhs.uk/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
