Job summary
We have an Opportunity for Nurse Practitioners in Haematology at Hammersmith Hospital: Join our dynamic team as we expand our Ambulatory and Day Care services within the specialist field of Haematology. We are recruiting for newly created Nurse Practitioner roles within the Haematology Day Care & Outpatient team.
Who we are : Click on the link and watch our new Trust videohttps://www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us
Our Clinical Haematology service is at the forefront of innovative and therapeutic advancements, offering treatment pathways for a wide range of haematological diseases and disorders. You will have the chance to work in a dedicated specialist tertiary centre, covering both malignant and benign haematology services, including haematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT).
Benefits:
- Professional Growth:You will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring you continue to grow and advance in your career.
- Collaborative Environment:Work within a strong team ethos that promotes a collaborative, patient-focused approach to care.
- Unique Experience:Gain a unique perspective and a broad range of experiences in the specialty of haematology.
- Autonomous Role:Play an important autonomous and integral role in our evolving Haematology Day Care service, driving service improvement and maintaining clinical excellence.
- Impactful Work: Improve patient outcomes and overall patient experience through your contributions to the service
Main duties of the job
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We encourage applications from registered nurses with recent experience in acute haematology/oncology, ideally skilled in vascular access and trained to administer systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT)
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We are recruiting for an NP who is a registered nurse with relevant experience and post registration education. During a specific episode, and within their defined area of practice, they assess, manage, deliver and advise on care, offering appropriate support as required.
- A NP performs comprehensive clinical examinations of patients in their entirety, inclusive of physical examination of all systems, mental health assessment and remote assessment where appropriate and qualified, within their defined area of clinical practice.
- As part of the multidisciplinary team, a NP has the autonomy to act and accept responsibility and accountability for their own actions, acting as an advisor for patients, or a resource for others within their defined area of clinical practice.
- The haematology NP will be actively involved in assessing and managing patients within the haematology day care setting, utilising specialist skills and knowledge to effectively manage workload and respond to clinical priority, initiating appropriate, responsive, holistic, evidence-based treatment in collaboration with nursing colleagues and the wider MDT.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration and a degree in related subject
- A post registration qualification(s) in area of practice (e.g. Principles in SACT administration, Principles of Haemato-oncology, Stem Cell Transplant, Haemoglobinopathy care).
- Recognised physical assessment module at level 7
Desirable
- Recognised independent prescribing module at level 7
- MSc or MA in related speciality
- Leadership and Management course(s)
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience at band 6 or above, including relevant experience in area of practice
- Experience of working as a nurse practitioner
- Experience of teaching and assessing others
- Experience of audit and service development
Desirable
- Experience of leading and managing others
- Research experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- In depth knowledge of area of practice and demonstrates use of evidence-based practice
- Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office
Desirable
- Ability to design and deliver education programmes
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration and a degree in related subject
- A post registration qualification(s) in area of practice (e.g. Principles in SACT administration, Principles of Haemato-oncology, Stem Cell Transplant, Haemoglobinopathy care).
- Recognised physical assessment module at level 7
Desirable
- Recognised independent prescribing module at level 7
- MSc or MA in related speciality
- Leadership and Management course(s)
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience at band 6 or above, including relevant experience in area of practice
- Experience of working as a nurse practitioner
- Experience of teaching and assessing others
- Experience of audit and service development
Desirable
- Experience of leading and managing others
- Research experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- In depth knowledge of area of practice and demonstrates use of evidence-based practice
- Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office
Desirable
- Ability to design and deliver education programmes
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).
