Macmillan Clinical Nurse Specialist for Colorectal Cancer
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Provide clinical support, expert care and clinical leadership to support patients with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer at ASPH. To provide expert, comprehensive knowledge and specialist advice, information and psychological support to patients with a diagnosis of a colorectal cancer. Support the faster diagnosis and improved outcomes for patients with a suspicion of colorectal cancer. Positively impact the experience of patients and carers by providing high standards of clinical practice and care as appropriate across the trust. Deliver specialist nurse led clinics for surveillance and treatment plans post MDT, and oncology clinics. Main duties of the job
To promote high standards of specialist care for patients with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer, ensuring a quality experience. To provide specialist support and care to patients admitted with complications of their cancer treatment. To work autonomously to support patients with colorectal cancer facilitating necessary investigations and providing clinical engagement. Deliver HNA/care plan clinic for all patients with a confirmed diagnosis. To be a resource both within the trust and the community for clinical advice and information. With the Lead Cancer Nurse contribute to clinical governance within the trust for cancer patients. To deliver care in line with National and Alliance guidance and requirements. About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey. We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care. Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team. Although it isn't the Trust's normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. Job responsibilities
To plan, deliver and evaluate programmes to address patients complex health needs. Initiate and promote collaborative working relationships and effective communication between all members of the MDT to improve the management and outcomes of patients within the specialist area. Discuss investigations and treatment for cancer with sensitivity, knowledge and expertise. Deliver clinical care and management in line with local and national guidance and best practice. To plan, deliver and evaluate programmes to address patients complex health needs. Please see JD for full details. Person Specification
Qualifications
First level degree in related subject or equivalent knowledge, skills and competency gained through clinical experience working at a senior level. Post-basic qualification in cancer or a relevant subject in colorectal cancer care / management or relevant experience in colorectal cancer nursing. Evidence of continued professional development. Advanced communications skills training or prepared to work towards. SACT certification. Experience
Relevant post registration experience at Band 6 or above, in cancer nursing. Evidence of advanced communications skills. Ability to lead and influence change. Previous Band 7 experience. Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of colorectal cancer treatment and management. Knowledge of cancer performance and standards. Awareness of annual Cancer Patient Satisfaction Survey. Skills
Effective communication with all service users and with other staff to ensure that care, treatment and support is not compromised. Ability to hold a clear strategic vision and develop implementation plans to contribute to the development of the service. 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. Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Lead Nurse for Colorectal, Breast & Gynae Cancer £48,270 to £54,931 a year per annum inc. HCAS.
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Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Provide clinical support, expert care and clinical leadership to support patients with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer at ASPH. To provide expert, comprehensive knowledge and specialist advice, information and psychological support to patients with a diagnosis of a colorectal cancer. Support the faster diagnosis and improved outcomes for patients with a suspicion of colorectal cancer. Positively impact the experience of patients and carers by providing high standards of clinical practice and care as appropriate across the trust. Deliver specialist nurse led clinics for surveillance and treatment plans post MDT, and oncology clinics. Main duties of the job
To promote high standards of specialist care for patients with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer, ensuring a quality experience. To provide specialist support and care to patients admitted with complications of their cancer treatment. To work autonomously to support patients with colorectal cancer facilitating necessary investigations and providing clinical engagement. Deliver HNA/care plan clinic for all patients with a confirmed diagnosis. To be a resource both within the trust and the community for clinical advice and information. With the Lead Cancer Nurse contribute to clinical governance within the trust for cancer patients. To deliver care in line with National and Alliance guidance and requirements. About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey. We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care. Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team. Although it isn't the Trust's normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. Job responsibilities
To plan, deliver and evaluate programmes to address patients complex health needs. Initiate and promote collaborative working relationships and effective communication between all members of the MDT to improve the management and outcomes of patients within the specialist area. Discuss investigations and treatment for cancer with sensitivity, knowledge and expertise. Deliver clinical care and management in line with local and national guidance and best practice. To plan, deliver and evaluate programmes to address patients complex health needs. Please see JD for full details. Person Specification
Qualifications
First level degree in related subject or equivalent knowledge, skills and competency gained through clinical experience working at a senior level. Post-basic qualification in cancer or a relevant subject in colorectal cancer care / management or relevant experience in colorectal cancer nursing. Evidence of continued professional development. Advanced communications skills training or prepared to work towards. SACT certification. Experience
Relevant post registration experience at Band 6 or above, in cancer nursing. Evidence of advanced communications skills. Ability to lead and influence change. Previous Band 7 experience. Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of colorectal cancer treatment and management. Knowledge of cancer performance and standards. Awareness of annual Cancer Patient Satisfaction Survey. Skills
Effective communication with all service users and with other staff to ensure that care, treatment and support is not compromised. Ability to hold a clear strategic vision and develop implementation plans to contribute to the development of the service. 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. Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Lead Nurse for Colorectal, Breast & Gynae Cancer £48,270 to £54,931 a year per annum inc. HCAS.
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