Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to expand the gynae-oncology nurse practitioner team at UHNM.The aim of this post is to develop a trainee ANP into an expert practitioner who will be fundamental in the introduction of clinical triaging for a new suspected ovarian cancer which would help to streamline the pathway, allowing patients contact in a more timely fashion and less clinic visits.
Main duties of the job
The role includes faster assessment of patients referred for suspected ovarian cancer Requesting of additional investigations in clinically indicated patients including blood tests, Ultrasound, CT scan or MRI Early detection of patients who need MDT discussion with ANP having direct contact with cancer services to add patients on cancer MDT. Completeness of necessary investigations before clinician review.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a training post with banding awarded depending on experience and successful completion of relevant courses. Training will consist of health assessment course, medical ultrasound in gynaecology, in house teaching and assessment. Until completion of the above training, the post holder will be in training in preparation for the autonomous practitioner role and their work will be supervised by their nominated mentor and other designated senior medical/nursing staff in the clinical area.
Please be aware, this is a 12 month, fixed term post funded by the West midlands Cancer Alliance.Secondments will be considered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a training post with banding awarded depending on experience and successful completion of relevant courses. Training will consist of health assessment course, medical ultrasound in gynaecology, in house teaching and assessment. Until completion of the above training, the post holder will be in training in preparation for the autonomous practitioner role and their work will be supervised by their nominated mentor and other designated senior medical/nursing staff in the clinical area.
Please be aware, this is a 12 month, fixed term post funded by the West midlands Cancer Alliance.Secondments will be considered.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- oEducated to degree level
- minimum of 3 years experience working in the NHS
- Experience of gynae nursing
Desirable
- Evidence of further learning in this speciality
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
- evidence of team working
- excellent written and verbal communication
Desirable
- An understanding of the wider womens health agenda
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- oEducated to degree level
- minimum of 3 years experience working in the NHS
- Experience of gynae nursing
Desirable
- Evidence of further learning in this speciality
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
- evidence of team working
- excellent written and verbal communication
Desirable
- An understanding of the wider womens health agenda
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).
