We have an exciting opportunity for an Oncology Nurse Consultant to take on a 12-month fixed-term post here at North West Anglia Foundation Trust within Cancer Services.
The post holder will autonomously lead the Adjuvant and Neo-Adjuvant SACT service for patients with Bladder and Prostate cancer, managing a cohort of patients from MDT to follow-up.
Working alongside our established and experienced cohort of Medical and Clinical Oncology consultants, as well as the wider MDT.
Main duties of the job
1. To manage a cohort of bladder and prostate oncology patients undertaking Adjuvant and Neo-Adjuvant therapies.
2. To prescribe intravenous and oral Adjuvant and Neo-Adjuvant therapies as a non-medical prescriber, (as set out in The UK SACT Board document - Prescriber competencies for reviewing and prescribing SACT).
3. Undertake clinical leadership for the Toxicity Nurse Specialist team, as well as support the management of the Urology Clinical Nurse Specialist team.
4. Plan and manage complete episodes of care, working in partnership with others, delegating and referring as appropriate to optimise health outcomes and resource use, providing direct support to patients/carers and clients.
5. To demonstrate a highly developed specialist knowledge, skills and practical experience in the speciality.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff).
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.
* Flexible working opportunities.
* Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays.
* Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role.
* Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment.
* Access to our in-house physiotherapy service.
* On-site canteens offering subsidised meals.
* Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
* Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or appropriate speciality.
* Registered Nurse.
* Advanced Clinical Assessment Skills.
* Evidence of continuous personal and professional development within cancer care.
* Advanced Communication Skills - Level 7.
* Non-medical prescribing qualification.
Desirable
* Credentialled advanced/consultant practice by appropriate professional body.
Experience
Essential
* Up to date evidence of 4 Pillars of Practice.
* Experience of working autonomously.
* Experience of chemotherapy and toxicities.
* Experience of Research and Practice Development.
* Background in Oncology.
* Experience of multi-professional working.
Key Skills
Essential
* Evidence of advanced clinical skills, as per experience with excellent written and presentation skills.
* Ability to prioritise issues and tasks and effectively delegate tasks to appropriately trained staff.
* Ability to manage own workload unsupervised.
* Ability to communicate and relate information effectively to patients and to Clinicians and other Health Professionals.
* Able to demonstrate effective, strong leadership skills.
* Accuracy and attention to detail.
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
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