Job summary
The post holder will play a key role in the neuro oncology and skull base multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality care to patients. The clinical nurse specialist will be an experienced, registered nurse.They will have a role in the co-ordination and day to day management of brain and CNS tumor patients undergoing surgery to ensure a high standard of service provision. The post holder will provide an information resource, counselling, education and practical support for patients, their families and healthcare professionals.They will work across organisational boundaries and with primary care to ensure a seamless service from diagnosis and throughout the surgical pathway and referring to another speciality treatment centre or discharging of patients.The post holder will be required to foster good working relationships and communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and service users to ensure the delivery of high standards of care.The post holder will engage in discussions in multidisciplinary team meetings, where appropriate will present patients, acting as an advocate for all patients with a diagnosis of brain tumours and contributing to adult services where appropriate.They will provide a highly developed specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and experience as per the NICE guidelines.Act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of Conduct.
Main duties of the job
o Perform comprehensive assessment of patient needs, plan, implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing healthcare provision.o Collect, collate, evaluate and report clinical information, maintaining accurate patient and nursing records.o Act as an advocate for individual patients; involve patients and relatives in the planning and delivery of care as well as evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and treatment protocols.o Communicating highly sensitive and complex information to patients and carers using excellent advanced communication skills and expertise.o To undertake Health Needs Assessments on all patients and generate an personalised care plan addressing their needs.o Work alongside other health professional and medical colleagues in oncology, ENT, endocrine, palliative care, radiology and pathology to ensure continuity of care is optimised.o To deliver nurse led clinics as part of the patient pathway which may involve MRI results, symptom management, wound assessment, per-operative advice and support.o Demonstrate professionalism, politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues.o When required attend (on MS Teams or Face-to-Face) the daily neurosurgical meeting to identify oncology and skull base referrals and check the Orion system for any additional urgent tumour referrals.o Join the daily ward rounds to identify and support post-operative patients.
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Keep accurate patient records and documentation, ensure the patient pathway is co-ordinated and targets met. Organise own specialist workload, working autonomously as needed including education, training and cover. Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in team meetings and clinical supervision. Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from good practice. Use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring of care, presenting and communicating information. To act as a positive role model for nurses and HCA in the hospital through the demonstration of excellent communication and clinical skills. Understand responsibility of self and others to the Trust regarding the Freedom and Information Act. Actively participate in the trusts individual performance review process to identify own learning needs and take necessary steps in order to reach personal and professional objectives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Keep accurate patient records and documentation, ensure the patient pathway is co-ordinated and targets met. Organise own specialist workload, working autonomously as needed including education, training and cover. Take responsibility for own learning and performance including participating in team meetings and clinical supervision. Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from good practice. Use technology and appropriate software as an aid to management in planning, implementation and monitoring of care, presenting and communicating information. To act as a positive role model for nurses and HCA in the hospital through the demonstration of excellent communication and clinical skills. Understand responsibility of self and others to the Trust regarding the Freedom and Information Act. Actively participate in the trusts individual performance review process to identify own learning needs and take necessary steps in order to reach personal and professional objectives.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level one and current NMC registration
- First level degree qualification in related subject.
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development
- Mentor qualification or prepared to work towards
- Advanced communication skills training or prepared to work towards
Desirable
- Masters level Clinical Examination module
- Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or related subject.
- Non-medical prescribing
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Management of patients with complex needs
- Clinical governance awareness
- Clinical leadership skills
- Use of effective communication when talking to patients and families
- 2 years' post registration experience within either clinical settings of neurosurgery , neurology and oncology or palliative care.
- Awareness of equality and diversity
- An understanding of the role of the CNS within service provision.
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills
- Evidence of experience in research
- Experience within relevant sub specialty
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Effective time management
- Ability to deal with conflict situations
- Ability to delegate and supervise others and prioritise work load
- Organisation and negotiation skills
- Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
- IT literate
- Ability to motivate self and others
Other
Essential
- Highly motivated
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Ability to work across boundaries
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level one and current NMC registration
- First level degree qualification in related subject.
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development
- Mentor qualification or prepared to work towards
- Advanced communication skills training or prepared to work towards
Desirable
- Masters level Clinical Examination module
- Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or related subject.
- Non-medical prescribing
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Management of patients with complex needs
- Clinical governance awareness
- Clinical leadership skills
- Use of effective communication when talking to patients and families
- 2 years' post registration experience within either clinical settings of neurosurgery , neurology and oncology or palliative care.
- Awareness of equality and diversity
- An understanding of the role of the CNS within service provision.
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills
- Evidence of experience in research
- Experience within relevant sub specialty
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Effective time management
- Ability to deal with conflict situations
- Ability to delegate and supervise others and prioritise work load
- Organisation and negotiation skills
- Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
- IT literate
- Ability to motivate self and others
Other
Essential
- Highly motivated
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Ability to work across boundaries
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).
