Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for an additional Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist to Join our CNS team. The successful applicant should be an experienced Haemato-Oncology nurse with excellent communication skills and a good understanding of the late effects of treatment along with the potential post transplant complications. The main element of the CNS role is to work as the patient's advocate, to support, educate, inform and co-ordinate the care of patients. In conjunction with the clinical team, undertake risk stratifications for patients having follow-up across the cancer pathway.The post holder will work in the Specialist Haemato-Oncology Team and will be well supported both by their CNS colleagues and wider MDT. CNS's work collaboratively with our Consultant colleagues who are keen to develop the team. There are 13 Haemato-Oncology CNS's at SBH and they all work closely together to provide a wide range of specialist support including nurse led follow up and transplant coordination.Within Cancer Services at Barts Health there are numerous opportunities for learning and developing skills together with supporting nurses in their professional development.We work closely with the cardio-oncology team, endocrine, renal team, and reproductive medicine. Please note this advert may close early upon receiving a high volume of applications. Main duties of the job The post-holder will be based in the Haemato-oncology department at St Bartholomew's Hospital and will enhance the development of the current late effects service and follow up clinics and pathways. The role is focused on patients' experience and the management of chronic illness, with a particular interest in providing expert support to patients who have completed transplant. It is expected that the post holder is a clinical expert in Haemato-oncology care and can act as a resource for staff and an advocate for patients. The post holder will assist in the implementation of Macmillan's Personalised Care Agenda and develop treatment summaries for the patient's pathway. They will work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team to provide advice, and support to patients, carers, and health care professionals.The post holder will focus on the development of the Haemato-oncology Late Effects service and follow up pathways, and will have a particular focus on patients' post allogenic transplant. They will work effectively with the wider transplant, MD team and with the 13 Haemato-Oncology CNSs at SBH who share an office and work closely together.The post holder will influence the positive experience of patients and carers within the late effects service by working with the multi-disciplinary team across the Trust and acting as the patient's key worker. About us Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. Date posted 07 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inc Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 259-6913649SBH Job locations St. Bartholomew's Hospital London EC1A 7BE Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse Degree Qualification in Cancer Related topic, preferable HaematoOncology /-Stem Cell Transplantation Desirable Research experience Teaching experience Evidence of work towards Masters qualification Experience Essential Post registration experience in cancer nursing, Haematooncology Band 6 working in a relevant area Clinical experience of care and management of patients receiving Haemato-oncology treatment regimens and Stem cell transplantation Desirable Previous experience of working as a clinical nurse specialist Skills Essential Advanced Communication Skills Ability to work alone and under pressure Ability to manage complex situations both clinically and in terms of administration Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines Effective organisational and time management skills Evidence of innovative practice / evidence based care Desirable Presentation Skills (often have to present at MDT) Recognised advanced practice assessment skills Non-medical prescribing Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse Degree Qualification in Cancer Related topic, preferable HaematoOncology /-Stem Cell Transplantation Desirable Research experience Teaching experience Evidence of work towards Masters qualification Experience Essential Post registration experience in cancer nursing, Haematooncology Band 6 working in a relevant area Clinical experience of care and management of patients receiving Haemato-oncology treatment regimens and Stem cell transplantation Desirable Previous experience of working as a clinical nurse specialist Skills Essential Advanced Communication Skills Ability to work alone and under pressure Ability to manage complex situations both clinically and in terms of administration Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines Effective organisational and time management skills Evidence of innovative practice / evidence based care Desirable Presentation Skills (often have to present at MDT) Recognised advanced practice assessment skills Non-medical prescribing 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 Barts Health NHS Trust Address St. Bartholomew's Hospital London EC1A 7BE Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)