Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced gynaecology oncology nurse to join our Clinical Nurse Specialist team. The post holder has a distinct level of responsibility to patients with gynaecology tumours in providing a comprehensive specialist nursing service to the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, working within a team of Clinical Nurse Specialists, Healthcare Support workers, and Advanced Practice Nurses.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and experienced, who enjoys patient contact and working in a multi-disciplinary environment to support the delivery of a quality service. You must be able to demonstrate good communication skills, flexibility, reliability and have an organised approach to work.
Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for a dependable and highly adaptable individual who is able to work independently and has the ability to fit in quickly as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
- To assist in the provision of professional and clinical leadership and expertise in the care of the patient with Gynaecological cancers, acting as a resource and consultant to provide information and support to patients, carers and staff.
- To lead and contribute to the formulation of policies.
- To lead and contribute to the formulation of patient information.
- To liaise effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary health care team so as to achieve a synchronised specialist service across both sites.
- To provide informal and formal teaching, e.g. academic courses provided by the School of Cancer Nursing and Rehabilitation.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
- To sustain a high-quality specialist service for the patient, from diagnosis through all stages of the disease and actively provide optimum liaison and continuity of care.
- To discuss in-depth all treatment options, including research-based treatments for Gynaecological cancers with sensitivity, knowledge and expertise to enable patients to make an informed choice. To act as patient advocate when appropriate and respecting patient confidentiality and privacy with respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and requirements.
- In collaboration with Clinical Nurse Specialist colleagues, to formulate and/or revise relevant policies and to regularly review this following change/implementation. To work within the procedures and policies of the Trust.
- In conjunction with Clinical Nurse Specialist colleagues, to develop assessment tools that will ensure an appropriate level of nursing intervention so that patients with complex needs are referred to the appropriate specialist/s.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
- To sustain a high-quality specialist service for the patient, from diagnosis through all stages of the disease and actively provide optimum liaison and continuity of care.
- To discuss in-depth all treatment options, including research-based treatments for Gynaecological cancers with sensitivity, knowledge and expertise to enable patients to make an informed choice. To act as patient advocate when appropriate and respecting patient confidentiality and privacy with respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and requirements.
- In collaboration with Clinical Nurse Specialist colleagues, to formulate and/or revise relevant policies and to regularly review this following change/implementation. To work within the procedures and policies of the Trust.
- In conjunction with Clinical Nurse Specialist colleagues, to develop assessment tools that will ensure an appropriate level of nursing intervention so that patients with complex needs are referred to the appropriate specialist/s.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registration
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualification
- Evidence of master's level learning or prepared to work towards
- Be willing to undertake Trust CNS role development programme or be able to demonstrate equivalent competencies
Experience
Essential
- In-depth Gynae-oncology specialist experience sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job.
- Experience as a senior staff nurse in oncology nursing.
Desirable
- Experience in chemotherapy administration
- Experience of Surgery for Gynae-oncology
- Experience of Radiotherapy for Gynae-oncology
- Experience in Clinical Management
- Evidence of relevant teaching experience
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management
- Previous experience of working as a clinical nurse specialist
- Experience of audit and research
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Desirable
- Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registration
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualification
- Evidence of master's level learning or prepared to work towards
- Be willing to undertake Trust CNS role development programme or be able to demonstrate equivalent competencies
Experience
Essential
- In-depth Gynae-oncology specialist experience sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job.
- Experience as a senior staff nurse in oncology nursing.
Desirable
- Experience in chemotherapy administration
- Experience of Surgery for Gynae-oncology
- Experience of Radiotherapy for Gynae-oncology
- Experience in Clinical Management
- Evidence of relevant teaching experience
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management
- Previous experience of working as a clinical nurse specialist
- Experience of audit and research
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Desirable
- Venepuncture and/or cannulation 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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
