Description

• Job title: Specialist Nurse – Acute Oncology

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• Employer: South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

• Location: Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Road, Sunderland, SR4 7TP, United Kingdom.

• Salary: Advertised at around £49,387–£56,515 per year (NHS Band 7).

• Employment type: Permanent, full-time.

• Work arrangement: Primarily hospital-based, involving work across acute oncology settings and the ability to travel between sites.

Overview of the advertised job

• Join the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) to assess and manage patients experiencing cancer-related emergencies or complications arising from cancer treatment.

• Provide specialist nursing care to patients attending the Emergency Department, acute medical unit and inpatient wards.

• Work autonomously within an agreed scope of practice while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment and improve patient outcomes.

• Contribute to nurse-led clinics, staff education, clinical research and service development.

• The advert states that applicants requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome to apply and will be considered; sponsorship is not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Assess, triage and manage patients presenting with acute oncology complications.

• Undertake advanced clinical assessments and contribute to diagnosis and treatment planning within the agreed scope of practice.

• Coordinate specialist care pathways for patients with complex clinical needs.

• Conduct nurse-led clinics, review patients and help optimise complex treatment regimens.

• Support timely hospital discharge and help prevent avoidable admissions and prolonged hospital stays.

• Provide specialist clinical advice to patients, relatives and healthcare professionals, both face-to-face and by telephone.

• Educate and train clinical staff across the Trust on acute oncology care.

• Participate in clinical audits, research and quality-improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to the development of new models of care and improvements in service delivery.

• Ensure compliance with professional standards, clinical governance requirements and relevant national and local targets.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external healthcare partners and represent the service at relevant national forums.

Requirements

Essential requirements

• A degree in nursing studies or a relevant clinical degree, or an equivalent UK qualification.

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a first-level adult nurse, or relevant Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration as an allied health professional.

• A mentorship certificate, practice assessor training or equivalent experience.

• A non-medical prescribing qualification or evidence of working towards it.

• N59 or Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) qualification, or an equivalent qualification.

• Experience delivering care within the relevant clinical speciality.

• Experience leading a team or supporting junior members of staff.

• Experience coordinating patient caseloads and contributing to service or practice development.

• Knowledge of relevant national policies, clinical best practices and professional standards.

• Clinical teaching experience and the ability to communicate complex or sensitive information effectively.

• Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound interpersonal skills and use relevant IT systems.

• Clinical competency in venepuncture, cannulation and intravenous drug administration.

• Ability to assist with patient moving and handling in accordance with Trust policies.

• Ability to travel between work sites.

Desirable requirements

• A leadership or management qualification.

• An additional qualification in the relevant clinical speciality.

• Project management experience or skills.

• Research experience or skills.

Benefits

• Competitive NHS salary: Band 7 pay of £49,387–£56,515 per year.

• Flexible working: Access to flexible working arrangements under the Trust’s policy.

• Professional development: Opportunities for education, training and career progression.

• Health and wellbeing support: Access to staff wellbeing resources.

• Fitness facilities: Access to the fitness centre at Sunderland Royal Hospital.

• Library facilities: Library access at both hospital sites.

• Chaplaincy support: Access to chaplaincy services.

• Childcare assistance: Support from a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

• Professional growth: Opportunities to contribute to research, service improvement and the development of acute oncology practice.

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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