Job summary
Our Hepatitis C service is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Band 6 CNS to join our efforts in diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Hepatitis C, Including patient outreach across diverse community settings.The post holder will work closely with the CNS team, Humberside and North Yorkshire Hep C Operation Delivery Network, infectious diseases and other organisations.You will use your specialist knowledge to provide support, guidance, care and treatment to patients with Hep C.Full training will be provided by the DPOW team.Working flexibly is necessary to ensure you provide a patient-focused service at all times, ensuring that patients will be seen at times and places for their needs.You need to be passionate about making a difference and assisting with the acceptance of a new diagnosis and treatment. Working history of substance misuse is desirable but not essential.Clinical assessment and communication skills are essential. You will often be the first point of contact for patients and other medical teams and will play a key role of the multi-disciplinary team. You will need to be able to work and think creatively and proactively to reduce barriers, improve patient engagement and outcomes. Fostering an enthusiastic and trusting environment for patients.You will be based in SGH. Supported by the B7 CNS based at DPOW, working closely with the existingCNS's, and the ODN. You must be able to work independently and autonomously.
Valid UK driving license is essential
Main duties of the job
- Provide expert clinical care for patients with Hep C, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing management
- Stay current with the related latest research and treatment protocols
- Lead flexible clinics in a variety of locations to facilitate assessments, treatment, and ongoing care. Ensuring easier access for patients to work cohesively and effectively with the nurse
- Present patient cases at MDT meetings and contribute to sensible knowledgeable decision-making
- Collaborate with MDTs including drug services, supportive services and health care providers for comprehensive patient care
- Deliver education and support to patients and families about Hep C
- Engage in outreach activities in organisations, healthcare providers, and community to raise awareness and facilitate access to care the service
- A Hep C nurse must embody a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, providing care that respects each patient's unique circumstances. Demonstrate empathy, fostering a supportive environment that encourages open communication and trust
- Independence is crucial, as the nurse often manages complex cases and makes informed decisions. Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to adapt to varying patient needs
Excellent communication, cultural sensitivity, reliability, patience, and resilience help the nurse to educate and advocate for patients ensuring patient unerstanding and help navigate the often sensitive nature of Hep C
About us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.
Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.
Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.
As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.
We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.
As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide.
Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees.
We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.
Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/
In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement.
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.
Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.
As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide.
Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees.
We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.
Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.
We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.
To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, and discover the unique benefits on offer to employees, view our latest videos, plus more, please visit our recruitment website at https://join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/
In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Recruitment & Workforce team will use and hold your personal data for the intended purpose and in line with the Recruitment & Workforce Privacy Statement.
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.
Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Qualified Mentor or equivalent (practice assessor or supervisor or teaching or mentoring)
- Post Qualified and NMC registration 2 years minimum
- Full UK Driving lience and access to a car
- Phlebotomy trained
- Personal organisation skills, time managment and or ability to prioritise workload
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to think strategically and work independently
Qualifications
Desirable
- Leadership and Managment experience
- Experienced work in substance misuse
- Autonomous working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Qualified Mentor or equivalent (practice assessor or supervisor or teaching or mentoring)
- Post Qualified and NMC registration 2 years minimum
- Full UK Driving lience and access to a car
- Phlebotomy trained
- Personal organisation skills, time managment and or ability to prioritise workload
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to think strategically and work independently
Qualifications
Desirable
- Leadership and Managment experience
- Experienced work in substance misuse
- Autonomous working
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).
