Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to support and enhance the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care within our specialist Haematology service at UHD. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse with relevant experience to develop their clinical expertise, leadership skills, and make a real impact on patients living with complex haematological conditions.
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Haematology, you will act as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, providing expert clinical advice, care coordination, and psychological support to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings. This advert is for a 9 month fixed term or secondment opportunity and will be cross site working and will have shifts at both Bournemouth and Poole when needed.
You'll work closely with haematology consultants, CNS's, advanced nurse practitioners, pharmacy, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
Main duties of the job
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Delivering specialist nursing care to patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological disorders
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Supporting patients through the diagnostic pathway, treatment regimens, and survivorship or palliative phases
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Leading on patient education, symptom management, and holistic needs assessments
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Acting as a clinical resource and advocate for patients, families, and staff
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Contributing to service improvement, audit, and the development of care pathways
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Supporting junior staff, student nurses, and the ongoing development of the nursing team
You'll work closely with haematology consultants, advanced nurse practitioners, pharmacy, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Provide advanced nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for haematology patients.
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Act as a keyworker and care coordinator for a defined patient caseload.
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Deliver nurse-led clinics and telephone follow-up where appropriate.
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Monitor treatment-related toxicities and escalate as required.
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Support patients and families with complex information, symptom management, and psychosocial needs.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of haematological conditions, treatment protocols, and clinical trials.
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Ensure safe and effective discharge planning in collaboration with other teams
For in depth detail please see attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Provide advanced nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for haematology patients.
-
Act as a keyworker and care coordinator for a defined patient caseload.
-
Deliver nurse-led clinics and telephone follow-up where appropriate.
-
Monitor treatment-related toxicities and escalate as required.
-
Support patients and families with complex information, symptom management, and psychosocial needs.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of haematological conditions, treatment protocols, and clinical trials.
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Ensure safe and effective discharge planning in collaboration with other teams
For in depth detail please see attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- current registration as a registered (adult) nurse with the NMC
- evidence of ongoing professional development related to haematology
- evidence of a degree in nursing studies
Desirable
- advanced communication skills
- psychological skills
- teaching/mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- post reg experience in acute or specialist care
- experience of working at a senior level
- experience of MDT working
Desirable
- experience working in haematology/oncology setting
- experience with SACt treatments
Skills
Essential
- knowledge of haematology malignancies and their management
- excellent clinical assessment and decision making skills
- ability to work under pressure
- proactive and adaptable
Desirable
- evidence of quality improvement projects
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- current registration as a registered (adult) nurse with the NMC
- evidence of ongoing professional development related to haematology
- evidence of a degree in nursing studies
Desirable
- advanced communication skills
- psychological skills
- teaching/mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- post reg experience in acute or specialist care
- experience of working at a senior level
- experience of MDT working
Desirable
- experience working in haematology/oncology setting
- experience with SACt treatments
Skills
Essential
- knowledge of haematology malignancies and their management
- excellent clinical assessment and decision making skills
- ability to work under pressure
- proactive and adaptable
Desirable
- evidence of quality improvement projects
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.
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.
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).
