Job summary
The Neuroendocrine Tumour (NET) service is seeking a self-motivated, dynamic, and enthusiastic nurse with recent oncology or NET experience to create a new NET CNS service funded by Novartis as a 23 months fixed term contract.
The post is a full-time equivalent position. The NET Service at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is a large NET Centre of Excellence, and we are looking for an enthusiastic team player to join our busy service. As one of the largest NET centre in the UK, we offer a stimulating environment with opportunities for growth. An interest in setting up a new CNS service for this patient cohort is welcomed, a genuine enthusiasm for Neuroendocrine Tumours is essential.
As a NET CNS, you will undertake holistic assessments of patients' needs and provide supportive care aimed at enhancing their cancer experience and overall quality of life. You will collaborate closely with the NET & Neuro oncologists and the Lead Cancer Nurse to ensure excellence in care for this patient group.
You will be a fully integrated member of the multidisciplinary team, working across the entire patient pathway. This includes offering support throughout each stage of the NET & Neuro oncology journey. You will be expected to work both autonomously and as part of the team, managing and prioritising your caseload effectively. The Cancer CNS is also a key worker role, ensuring continuity, advocacy, and high-quality support for patients throughout their care.
Main duties of the job
- A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is a registered nurse with relevant experience and post-registration education for working at an enhanced level within a specific area of practice. They assess, manage, deliver care, advise on, and support patients.
- CNSs have the autonomy to act and accept responsibility and accountability for their actions, acting as a skilled advisor for patients, or a resource for others.
- CNSs perform specialist holistic assessment and treatment using a personalised approach. This is characterised by a level of decision making based on detailed knowledge and understanding of their area of practice.
- As part of the multidisciplinary team CNSs can work in or across many settings, depending on their area of expertise and scope of practice.
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 overviewsplease 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 overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration and a degree in related subject
- Post registration qualification(s) in speciality or relevant subject (Cancer)
- Advanced Communication course and Level 2 psychological skills training
- Recognised teaching qualification or demonstratable teaching experience
Desirable
- MSc or MA in related speciality
- Recognised physical assessment module at level 7
- Leadership course
- Quality improvement training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Experience of teaching and assessing others
- Experience of audit and service development
Desirable
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- In depth knowledge of speciality and use of evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Ability to lead and influence change
- Ability to design and deliver education programmes
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration and a degree in related subject
- Post registration qualification(s) in speciality or relevant subject (Cancer)
- Advanced Communication course and Level 2 psychological skills training
- Recognised teaching qualification or demonstratable teaching experience
Desirable
- MSc or MA in related speciality
- Recognised physical assessment module at level 7
- Leadership course
- Quality improvement training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Experience of teaching and assessing others
- Experience of audit and service development
Desirable
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- In depth knowledge of speciality and use of evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Ability to lead and influence change
- 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).
