Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic Band 6 nurse to join our specialist Immunotherapy Service working both within a clinic setting and the AOS team. We are looking for a proactive and highly motivated nurse with a passion for oncology and a keen interest in immunotherapy.
The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team delivering care to patients undergoing immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment.
This role is based within the Oncology Outpatients Department and the AOS team, and reports directly to the Lead Immunotherapy Nurse. You will be responsible for supporting the assessment, monitoring, and management of patients receiving immunotherapy, ensuring safe and effective care throughout their treatment journey.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a rapidly evolving area of cancer treatment and to make a real difference in patient care. We would welcome informal enquiries via email nicola.jones123@nhs.net or telephone 01752 437976.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
o Provide specialist nursing care to patients receiving immunotherapy
o Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care
o Monitor and manage treatment-related toxicities
o Support patient education and provide expert advice on immunotherapy treatment
o Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiativesns.
Work alongside the AOS team to manage these patients and their toxicities when arise
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission.
We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manages his/her own caseload of patients whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team
Communicates highly sensitive and emotive condition related information to patients, relatives. e.g.
terminal illness, bereavement
Assess new patients in the clinical area a, identifying their psychological, physiological, emotional spiritual and cultural needs in relation to their disease and proposed treatment, providing a pathway of nursing care for the patient
Undertake follow up clinics under supervision
If required initiate drug therapy/medication within the parameters of agreed clinical guidelines and in accordance with the legal framework you work under, to supply and prescribe medicines
Act as patient advocate when relevant and be able to educate on all the treatment options to enable a patient to make an informed choice, negotiating with the medical team to agree a pathway of care
Provide continuity of care throughout the patient journey and liaising across specialised areas
Contribute to the development of specialised programmes of care and provide specialised advice, written and oral information to patients, relatives.
Provide clinical advice and support to health care professionals within and across organisational boundaries
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manages his/her own caseload of patients whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team
Communicates highly sensitive and emotive condition related information to patients, relatives. e.g.
terminal illness, bereavement
Assess new patients in the clinical area a, identifying their psychological, physiological, emotional spiritual and cultural needs in relation to their disease and proposed treatment, providing a pathway of nursing care for the patient
Undertake follow up clinics under supervision
If required initiate drug therapy/medication within the parameters of agreed clinical guidelines and in accordance with the legal framework you work under, to supply and prescribe medicines
Act as patient advocate when relevant and be able to educate on all the treatment options to enable a patient to make an informed choice, negotiating with the medical team to agree a pathway of care
Provide continuity of care throughout the patient journey and liaising across specialised areas
Contribute to the development of specialised programmes of care and provide specialised advice, written and oral information to patients, relatives.
Provide clinical advice and support to health care professionals within and across organisational boundaries
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- - Proven evidence of Continuous personal and professional development
- - Demonstrable registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in Demonstrable (significant) and relevant post cancer, palliative care or the speciality
- - Proven knowledge in Immunotherapy
Desirable
- - Demonstrable experience of audit and research leadership and demonstrable management experience
- - Or equivalent European Computer Driving Licence
Qualifications
Essential
- - Registered General Nurse
- - First level degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway or the equivalent demonstrable experience.
- - Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or equivalent relevant subject or demonstrable experience /working towards.
Desirable
- -Research qualification
- -Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards
Aptitude & Attitude
Essential
- - Ability to support and influence change
- - IT literate
- - Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
Desirable
- - Leadership and motivational skills
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- - Proven evidence of Continuous personal and professional development
- - Demonstrable registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in Demonstrable (significant) and relevant post cancer, palliative care or the speciality
- - Proven knowledge in Immunotherapy
Desirable
- - Demonstrable experience of audit and research leadership and demonstrable management experience
- - Or equivalent European Computer Driving Licence
Qualifications
Essential
- - Registered General Nurse
- - First level degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway or the equivalent demonstrable experience.
- - Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or equivalent relevant subject or demonstrable experience /working towards.
Desirable
- -Research qualification
- -Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards
Aptitude & Attitude
Essential
- - Ability to support and influence change
- - IT literate
- - Teaching/assessment and presentation skills
Desirable
- - Leadership and motivational skills
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).
