Job summary Clinical Nurse Specialist for the care and on-going management of patients diagnosed with Brain or other Central Nervous System cancers. Sucessful candidate will need highly developed communication skills and able to show resilience due to the nature of speciality. The post holder will develop and implement opportunities for advancing nursing practice and for ensuring collaborative working relationships, incorporating expert clinical practice, leadership, consultation and education. Main duties of the job 1. Accountable for own actions in accordance with Code of Professional Conduct. Will contribute towards corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times. 2. The post holder will be a designated Neuro Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist within the hospital and will provide expert specialist advice for patients, relative and carers in relation to a colorectal cancer diagnosis and to other health care professionals. 3. To provide emotional support to patients, their families and staff during difficult situations e.g. breaking bad news or following an unexpected event. 4. To be an active member of the appropriate site specific MDT, utilising excellent communication skills, enabling maintenance of a high quality service and ensuring timely management and resolution of unexpected events and situations. 5. Demonstrate a high level of clinical, technical and research skills through breadth and depth of knowledge. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Date posted 17 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 218-NM-B7-7152471 Job locations University Hospital Coventry Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities 1. A knowledgeable clinical nurse specialist, supporting staff, the Neuro Oncology Service and policy development within the specialty. 2. To develop nurse led clinics and to undertake highly specialised technical and/or practical skills, including advanced health assessments and non-medical prescribing to ensure optimum patient management. 3. To ensure that the patients holistic needs are taken into account in the decision making process. 4. A resource for staff, advising on national, local and Trust policy and procedures/guidelines, ensuring that clinical governance is embedded in practice. 5. Responsible for identifying and assessing complex clinical and non-clinical issues, implementing resolutions and monitoring/auditing outcomes. Supporting the Band 6 Neuro oncology nurse with Rehabilitation plans for service users 6. Responsible for education and training provision of identified staff groups within defined areas, and ensuring that evidence based care is embedded into practice. 7. Utilise and ensure that others utilise IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce and resource data available For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities 1. A knowledgeable clinical nurse specialist, supporting staff, the Neuro Oncology Service and policy development within the specialty. 2. To develop nurse led clinics and to undertake highly specialised technical and/or practical skills, including advanced health assessments and non-medical prescribing to ensure optimum patient management. 3. To ensure that the patients holistic needs are taken into account in the decision making process. 4. A resource for staff, advising on national, local and Trust policy and procedures/guidelines, ensuring that clinical governance is embedded in practice. 5. Responsible for identifying and assessing complex clinical and non-clinical issues, implementing resolutions and monitoring/auditing outcomes. Supporting the Band 6 Neuro oncology nurse with Rehabilitation plans for service users 6. Responsible for education and training provision of identified staff groups within defined areas, and ensuring that evidence based care is embedded into practice. 7. Utilise and ensure that others utilise IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce and resource data available For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Experience Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Knowledge Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Skills Essential See supporting documents Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential See supporting documents Person Specification Qualifications Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Experience Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Knowledge Essential See supporting documents Desirable See supporting documents Skills Essential See supporting documents Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential See supporting documents 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address University Hospital Coventry Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)