Job summary
Full time or Job Share may be considered. Please state your preference on application.
Permanent post.
The post holder will take a lead clinical role in providing high quality evidence based expert practice for cancer patients within the Acute Oncology, MUO/CUP Services.
The aim of the service is to provide better recognition and prompt, appropriate management of acute problems related to either a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis or the cancer treatment itself. Team members work with complex patients who present acutely to the service.
The successful candidate will hold a MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice, enabling them to work autonomously and support others in the planning and delivery of care for this patient group.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
The Macmillan Advanced Practitioner will provide expert knowledge, advice and clinical support to patients, carers and fellow professionals regarding the care and management of patients experiencing complications of cancer and cancer related treatments.
About us
The post holder will lead the Acute Oncology nursing team, and workvery closely with the Clinical Lead and all staff involved in the care of cancer patients; in particular, Oncologists, Acute Medical Assessment Unit, AED and the Cancer & Specialist Palliative Care MDT members. The team liaise closely with both tertiary and primary care partners.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will lead in developing and maintaining the Trusts Acute Oncology, MUO and CUP services.
The post holder will take a lead clinical role in providing the high quality evidence based expert practice for cancer patients within the Acute Oncology Service.
Be responsible for the management and seamless running of the AOS, liaising closely with the Lead Clinician.
Provide leadership to support and inspire colleagues to enhance their development in clinical practice.
To exercise a high degree of professional autonomy and make critical judgements using expert knowledge and skills in order to provide the highest standard of holistic patient care across the Acute Oncology Service.
To work collaboratively within the division, across the Trust and externally, to develop and deliver services across organisational, professional and geographical boundaries
To Lead the nursing team for the Acute Oncology Service and ensure the local service meets the requirement of National service specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will lead in developing and maintaining the Trusts Acute Oncology, MUO and CUP services.
The post holder will take a lead clinical role in providing the high quality evidence based expert practice for cancer patients within the Acute Oncology Service.
Be responsible for the management and seamless running of the AOS, liaising closely with the Lead Clinician.
Provide leadership to support and inspire colleagues to enhance their development in clinical practice.
To exercise a high degree of professional autonomy and make critical judgements using expert knowledge and skills in order to provide the highest standard of holistic patient care across the Acute Oncology Service.
To work collaboratively within the division, across the Trust and externally, to develop and deliver services across organisational, professional and geographical boundaries
To Lead the nursing team for the Acute Oncology Service and ensure the local service meets the requirement of National service specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level registered General Nurse
- First level degree in relevant subject
- MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice
- Non Medical prescribing
- Oncology Qualification
Desirable
- Management and leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial professional clinical experience in cancer care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knwoledge of anti cancer treatments and side effects
other
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level registered General Nurse
- First level degree in relevant subject
- MSC in Advanced Clinical Practice
- Non Medical prescribing
- Oncology Qualification
Desirable
- Management and leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial professional clinical experience in cancer care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth knwoledge of anti cancer treatments and side effects
other
Essential
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).
