The York based GI Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team currently has a vacancy for a full time Band 6 CNS. You will join a dynamic and welcoming team of 15 staff members.
Working in close collaboration within the team you will also build firm relationships with the Larger MDT including surgical, oncology, pathologist, and radiologist consultants. You will be supported and encouraged to broaden your spectrum of skills and knowledge of GI cancers and cancer pathways as you will be expected to act as a key worker for a defined caseload of GI cancer patients.
Main duties of the job
Within your role you will work both face to face and remotely to -
Provide support for patients and their families on their journey through complex cancer pathways. Attend and participate in MDT meetings, advocating for your patients, and through discussion ensuring next steps and outcomes are clear. Undertake Nurse led clinics and work autonomously to provide information on GI Cancer Diagnosis to patients and their families. Translate information into clear language to ensure patients are fully informed and aware of the next steps on their cancer pathway whether this be surgery, oncological treatment, or best supportive care. Utilise specialist GI Knowledge to support your patients' holistic needs, considering their emotional, social, and psychological alongside any physical requirements. Undertake regular reviews of patients on the caseload providing personalised stratified care, carrying out informed assessments, and writing care plans to ensure needs are met. Refer patients to relevant specialities within the NHS and external providers for additional support. Carry out end of treatment conversations with patients and arrange ongoing surveillance including requesting CT's, MRI's, bloods, and other investigations, based on patient assessment and need.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service). A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers.
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential Registered Nurse (Level 1). Diploma level education or equivalent. Recognised teaching/assessing qualification. Non-medical prescriber - as determined by the needs of the service.
Desirable Post registration qualification in specialty. Working towards degree or equivalent.
Experience
Essential Experience at Band 5 or equivalent including within a relevant specialty. Audit & Standard setting.
Desirable Service development and/or change management.
Training
Essential Evidence of continued professional development. Willing to undergo training as necessary.
Skills
Essential Excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to organise and prioritise own and others' workload. IT skills. Leadership skills. Team player. Time management skills. Change management skills. Organisational skills. Managing stress. Conflict management.
Personal Attributes
Essential Excellent interpersonal skills. Innovator. Motivator. Assertiveness. Flexibility, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking.
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
York Hospital
Wigginton Road
York
YO31 8HE
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Working in close collaboration within the team you will also build firm relationships with the Larger MDT including surgical, oncology, pathologist, and radiologist consultants. You will be supported and encouraged to broaden your spectrum of skills and knowledge of GI cancers and cancer pathways as you will be expected to act as a key worker for a defined caseload of GI cancer patients.
Main duties of the job
Within your role you will work both face to face and remotely to -
Provide support for patients and their families on their journey through complex cancer pathways. Attend and participate in MDT meetings, advocating for your patients, and through discussion ensuring next steps and outcomes are clear. Undertake Nurse led clinics and work autonomously to provide information on GI Cancer Diagnosis to patients and their families. Translate information into clear language to ensure patients are fully informed and aware of the next steps on their cancer pathway whether this be surgery, oncological treatment, or best supportive care. Utilise specialist GI Knowledge to support your patients' holistic needs, considering their emotional, social, and psychological alongside any physical requirements. Undertake regular reviews of patients on the caseload providing personalised stratified care, carrying out informed assessments, and writing care plans to ensure needs are met. Refer patients to relevant specialities within the NHS and external providers for additional support. Carry out end of treatment conversations with patients and arrange ongoing surveillance including requesting CT's, MRI's, bloods, and other investigations, based on patient assessment and need.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service). A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers.
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential Registered Nurse (Level 1). Diploma level education or equivalent. Recognised teaching/assessing qualification. Non-medical prescriber - as determined by the needs of the service.
Desirable Post registration qualification in specialty. Working towards degree or equivalent.
Experience
Essential Experience at Band 5 or equivalent including within a relevant specialty. Audit & Standard setting.
Desirable Service development and/or change management.
Training
Essential Evidence of continued professional development. Willing to undergo training as necessary.
Skills
Essential Excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to organise and prioritise own and others' workload. IT skills. Leadership skills. Team player. Time management skills. Change management skills. Organisational skills. Managing stress. Conflict management.
Personal Attributes
Essential Excellent interpersonal skills. Innovator. Motivator. Assertiveness. Flexibility, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking.
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
York Hospital
Wigginton Road
York
YO31 8HE
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
