Here is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and specialist Gynae - Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist to develop skills further by undertaking this triage role for patients referred under the Gynaecology Urgent Suspected Pathway.
The role is funded by the cancer alliance for a fixed term of 12 months whereby the service could evolve as required with the support of the faster diagnosis project manager and wider gynaecology and cancer services team.
(If you are an internal applicant, this could be undertaken as a secondment or fixed term contract following a discussion with your line manager).
The role is expected to positively deliver against the waiting times, improving patient experience whilst is a great opportunity to develop your skills and competencies in gynae-oncology nursing management.
Main duties of the job
The role of the gynae-onc CNS as per standard/ current trust JD's.
Triaging of new referrals coming into the trust for gynae patients with urgent suspected cancer - assessing and clinical placement of these referrals to the appropriate clinics with supporting diagnostic tests.
Reviewing the whole pathway in collaboration with cancer services project managers and personalised care team to optimise the gynae-oncology patients pathways, from triage at the beginning of the pathway to end of treatment (moving forward interviews etc).
Working as a valued member of the multi-disciplinary team, raising the profile of nursing with the team, developing nurse led services such as this.
About us
There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital to open in 2030 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding this exciting opportunity please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications/training and professional development
Essential
* Entry and Registrar on NMC Register Nursing Adult
* First level degree in related subject
* Evidence of Masters level learning or prepared to work towards
* Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject
* Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
* Research qualification
Experience
Essential
* Relevant post registration experience at Band 6 or above in cancer palliative care or the speciality
* Leadership and management experience
* Evidence of advanced communications skills
* Ability to lead and influence change
Desirable
* Experience in Gynaecology nursing
* Previous experience working as a clinical nurse specialist
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
* Organisation and negotiation skills
* Effective communication, leadership and motivational skills
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
* In depth knowledge and understanding of national standards
Desirable
* Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
Employer details
Employer name
Address
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust
Gayton Road
Kings Lynn, Norfolk
PE30 4ET
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