Job summary Enhanced level practice describes a level that can only be delivered by registered professionals with statutory registration who have gained additional post-registration education and experiential learning in a relevant subject area. This role will involve autonomous, independent clinical practice, as well as leadership of the enhanced practitioners working in the department The post holder will act as a senior healthcare professional within the haematology team and (where necessary) provide support to the Enhanced Practitioner workforce in haematology o Provide education and support for patients receiving oral and/or parenteral chemotherapy including consent for treatment o Use of protocols, specialist knowledge and examination skills to assess patients in follow-up and pre-chemotherapy clinics o Authorisation of blood products following successful completion of National Blood Service o Provide telephone support for haematology cancer patients before, during and after chemotherapy treatment o Perform bone marrow biopsies following successful completion of program of training o Undertake non-medical prescribing following successful completion of program of training Main duties of the job 1. Assess, differentially diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate individual treatment 6. Ensure compliance with their respective code of professional conduct and scope Works in conjunction with the MDT to clearly define values, direction and policies Demonstrate critical reflection on own practice, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and openness to change. Demonstrate effective communication skills, supporting people in making decisions, planning care, or seeking to make positive changes Work collaboratively with multi-agency and inter-professional resources, To expertly deliver highly complex sensitive condition related information to patients and relatives To provide specialist support and advice in clinical areas, wards and outpatients, to optimisequality improvement opportunities. To work as patient advocate, to help negotiate the patient journey and ensure optimum care is provided to each patient Support on the promotion of the trust's Haematology service across the organisation and to other NHS/health organisations or regulating bodies. Demonstrate team leadership, resilience, and determination, managing situations that are unfamiliar, complex, or unpredictable and seeking to build confidence in others. Act as a role model, educator, supervisor, coach, and mentor, seeking to instil and develop the confidence of others, applying a coaching course to your portfolio if supported by department and in line with service need. About us North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Date posted 21 February 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, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 339-MED9329-NBR Job locations Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Job description Job responsibilities Provide education and support for patients receiving oral and/or parenteral chemotherapy including consent for treatment Use of protocols, specialist knowledge and examination skills to assess patients in follow-up and pre-chemotherapy clinics Authorisation of blood products following successful completion of National Blood Service training course Provide telephone support for haematology cancer patients before, during and after chemotherapy treatment Perform bone marrow biopsies following successful completion of program of training Undertake non-medical prescribing following successful completion of program of training For more information please see Job Description and Person Specification Job description Job responsibilities Provide education and support for patients receiving oral and/or parenteral chemotherapy including consent for treatment Use of protocols, specialist knowledge and examination skills to assess patients in follow-up and pre-chemotherapy clinics Authorisation of blood products following successful completion of National Blood Service training course Provide telephone support for haematology cancer patients before, during and after chemotherapy treatment Perform bone marrow biopsies following successful completion of program of training Undertake non-medical prescribing following successful completion of program of training For more information please see Job Description and Person Specification Person Specification DIploma or Degree in Nursing Studies Essential Pass Experience of Hamatology/ Oncology Nursing Experience of delivering cancer treatment Desirable Teaching qualification Advanced Communication skills Person Specification DIploma or Degree in Nursing Studies Essential Pass Experience of Hamatology/ Oncology Nursing Experience of delivering cancer treatment Desirable Teaching qualification Advanced Communication skills 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 North Bristol NHS Trust Address Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)