Job summary We are seeking a motivated and dependable nurse to join our Head and Neck and Thyroid Cancer team as a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist. In this role, you will collaborate with our dedicated team of Clinical Nurse Specialists to provide comprehensive physical and emotional support to cancer patients throughout their treatment journey. You will also work closely with the broader Head and Neck multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care. As a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will demonstrate strong management and leadership qualities, guiding and mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the development and implementation of clinical protocols and procedures. Your leadership will be pivotal in driving quality improvements and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Main duties of the job Maintain a high standard of care for all patients diagnosed with head and neck cancer, offering exceptional psychosocial support to patients and their families/carers during and after oncology treatment. Serve as an effective key worker for patients and their families, providing guidance, support, and appropriate referrals when needed. Develop and apply advanced clinical assessment skills in nurse-led clinics to independently manage patients with head and neck oncology diagnoses, ensuring their physical and psychological care needs are optimally met. Contribute to the development of nurse-led clinics, working autonomously and in collaboration with head and neck clinicians. Consider patients' holistic needs in the decision-making process. Utilize advanced communication skills to maintain high-quality service and ensure timely management and resolution of unexpected events and situations. Attend weekly multidisciplinary team meetings and represent the MDT at local/regional business meetings and the West Midlands Expert Advisory Group meetings. 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 13 March 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-B7-6997047 Job locations University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Job description Job responsibilities Identify and assess complex clinical and non-clinical issues, implement resolutions, and monitor/audit outcomes. Perform highly specialised technical and practical skills to ensure optimal patient management, including complex patient monitoring, equipment management, and defined expanded clinical roles. Provide training for identified staff groups within defined areas. Manage expected and unexpected clinical events requiring high but unpredictable levels of physical effort according to patient dependency and clinical need. Support patients, carers, and staff during challenging situations in the clinical area, such as breaking bad news or following an unexpected event. Accountable for own actions in line with the Code of Professional Conduct, contributing to corporate objectives and values, and adhering to local, Trust, and statutory guidelines and policies at all times. Knowledgeable team leader, supporting staff, service, and policy development within a defined area or specialty. Assist in preparing documentation for the annual Quality Surveillance Programme review. Serve as a resource for staff, providing advice on national, local, and Trust policies and procedures/guidelines, ensuring clinical governance is integrated into practice. Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of care and providing clinical leadership, ensuring effective communication across all services. Collaborate with the Lead Cancer Nurse and other cancer CNSs/AHPs within the Trust. Utilize and ensure the use of IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce, and resource data. Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policies designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards. Evaluate the results of the local and national cancer surveys, and ensure that appropriate action plans are developed. Assess patient and family educational needs in relation to oncological treatments that may be required, identifying and utilising appropriate resources Provide specialist education and training to other health care professionals involved in the care of patients with a Head and Neck cancer. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities Identify and assess complex clinical and non-clinical issues, implement resolutions, and monitor/audit outcomes. Perform highly specialised technical and practical skills to ensure optimal patient management, including complex patient monitoring, equipment management, and defined expanded clinical roles. Provide training for identified staff groups within defined areas. Manage expected and unexpected clinical events requiring high but unpredictable levels of physical effort according to patient dependency and clinical need. Support patients, carers, and staff during challenging situations in the clinical area, such as breaking bad news or following an unexpected event. Accountable for own actions in line with the Code of Professional Conduct, contributing to corporate objectives and values, and adhering to local, Trust, and statutory guidelines and policies at all times. Knowledgeable team leader, supporting staff, service, and policy development within a defined area or specialty. Assist in preparing documentation for the annual Quality Surveillance Programme review. Serve as a resource for staff, providing advice on national, local, and Trust policies and procedures/guidelines, ensuring clinical governance is integrated into practice. Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of care and providing clinical leadership, ensuring effective communication across all services. Collaborate with the Lead Cancer Nurse and other cancer CNSs/AHPs within the Trust. Utilize and ensure the use of IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce, and resource data. Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policies designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards. Evaluate the results of the local and national cancer surveys, and ensure that appropriate action plans are developed. Assess patient and family educational needs in relation to oncological treatments that may be required, identifying and utilising appropriate resources Provide specialist education and training to other health care professionals involved in the care of patients with a Head and Neck cancer. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. 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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 Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)