Clinical Nurse Specialist Thoracic Oncology
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting 12-month fixed term / secondment opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our well-established Oncology team at Royal Papworth Hospital. We are an internationally renowned tertiary referral centre for Lung cancer and mesothelioma and are undertaking an exciting transformation program to improve our cancer pathways, to support improved clinical outcomes and experience for our patients. Main duties of the job
The CNS will be the key contact for patients during their diagnostic investigations and in the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and clinic settings. Working within a CNS team and MDT, including chest physicians, oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, AHPs and administrative support, you will provide comprehensive care to patients with a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis. Offering clinical information, expert symptom management advice and emotional support to patients, relatives and carers. Job responsibilities
On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role. Person Specification
Qualifications
First level degree in related subject, or evidence of working towards Advanced Clinical Assessment qualification or willing to work towards Non-medical prescribing qualification or willing to work towards Experience
Prior relevant nursing experience at Band 6 or Band 7 (oncology, thoracic surgery, respiratory, palliative care) Effectively co-ordinates own workload Friendly and supportive with proven ability to work as part of a team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Flexible approach to working hours and practices Knowledge of thoracic oncology conditions, diagnostic tests and treatment options. Additional Criteria
Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration Treat hospital information confidentially Ability to plan, organise and coordinate work under pressure Demonstrate initiative Ability to remain calm and work effectively in stressful situations Motivated to work collaboratively and enthusiastically as part of the wider MDT Ability to undertake nursing tasks specific to speciality 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.
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Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting 12-month fixed term / secondment opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our well-established Oncology team at Royal Papworth Hospital. We are an internationally renowned tertiary referral centre for Lung cancer and mesothelioma and are undertaking an exciting transformation program to improve our cancer pathways, to support improved clinical outcomes and experience for our patients. Main duties of the job
The CNS will be the key contact for patients during their diagnostic investigations and in the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and clinic settings. Working within a CNS team and MDT, including chest physicians, oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, AHPs and administrative support, you will provide comprehensive care to patients with a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis. Offering clinical information, expert symptom management advice and emotional support to patients, relatives and carers. Job responsibilities
On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role. Person Specification
Qualifications
First level degree in related subject, or evidence of working towards Advanced Clinical Assessment qualification or willing to work towards Non-medical prescribing qualification or willing to work towards Experience
Prior relevant nursing experience at Band 6 or Band 7 (oncology, thoracic surgery, respiratory, palliative care) Effectively co-ordinates own workload Friendly and supportive with proven ability to work as part of a team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Flexible approach to working hours and practices Knowledge of thoracic oncology conditions, diagnostic tests and treatment options. Additional Criteria
Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration Treat hospital information confidentially Ability to plan, organise and coordinate work under pressure Demonstrate initiative Ability to remain calm and work effectively in stressful situations Motivated to work collaboratively and enthusiastically as part of the wider MDT Ability to undertake nursing tasks specific to speciality 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.
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