Job summary
Upper GI/Hepatobiliary (HPB) Specialist Nurse
Do you like to be challenged, work within a supportive multi-disciplinary team and provide high quality care? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic nurse with proven experience as a senior band 6 nurse, working with people affected by UGI/HPB cancers and a good understanding of both local and national cancer guidelines and pathways to join our team to join our Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI) and Hepatobiliary (HPB) specialist cancer nursing team at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.
Working across the speciality and wards, contributing to the delivery and development of Upper GI Service using effective evidence-based practice in line with agreed national standards for clinical practice. Passionate about ensuring the highest standards of patient centred care are provided and continuously improving experiences for patients, families and carers, working both independently and as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Acting as a key worker for a clinical caseload of patients at different points in the care pathway, working to coordinate care and provide easy access for on-going support for patients with Upper GI/HPB cancer.
For this role you will need to have current NMC Nursing registration with post qualification experience.
Possession of excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills coupled with evidence of continuing professional development are essential.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would be expected to work as part of the team to deliver high standards of patient care responsive to patient's needs.
The post holder will possess the ability to be able to work alone and with the wider supporting team, and work collaboratively with external agencies. You will be expected to demonstrate and role model the uppermost professional standards.
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our Armed Forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the development and coordinate the delivery of the oesophago-gastric & hepatobiliary service through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice/excellence.
Use your clinical skills & knowledge to support patients within the community setting & avoid hospital admissions when appropriate.
Work collaboratively, in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, develop and advise highly specialised programme of care for patients
To work autonomously and be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in relation to the OG & HPB oncology, and as set out in the NMC code
Ability to perform independent assessments of patients & manage outcomes appropriately
To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provided in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients within OG & HPB cancer and lead on the effective delivery of care to patients
Advanced communication with patients, carers and health professionals in order to disseminate complex nursing and clinical information which may be of a distressing nature
Ability to perform procedures such as drain / suture removals or a willingness to learn
Ability to work well independently & be a supportive team member
Attend & contribute to weekly MDT meetings, actioning outcomes as indicated and assist with recording cancer data.
To support the provision of expert specialist knowledge, care and experience to support to the wider nursing team to facilitate the effective delivery of care to patients at all times
To lead and participate in the continuing improvement of services in line with the Trust objectives
To lead the provision of education and training to clinical staff and internal/external agencies
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the development and coordinate the delivery of the oesophago-gastric & hepatobiliary service through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for patient safety and clinical practice/excellence.
Use your clinical skills & knowledge to support patients within the community setting & avoid hospital admissions when appropriate.
Work collaboratively, in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, develop and advise highly specialised programme of care for patients
To work autonomously and be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in relation to the OG & HPB oncology, and as set out in the NMC code
Ability to perform independent assessments of patients & manage outcomes appropriately
To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provided in the safest manner
To provide clinical leadership, expertise and specialist clinical advice and support to clinical staff on the management and care of patients within OG & HPB cancer and lead on the effective delivery of care to patients
Advanced communication with patients, carers and health professionals in order to disseminate complex nursing and clinical information which may be of a distressing nature
Ability to perform procedures such as drain / suture removals or a willingness to learn
Ability to work well independently & be a supportive team member
Attend & contribute to weekly MDT meetings, actioning outcomes as indicated and assist with recording cancer data.
To support the provision of expert specialist knowledge, care and experience to support to the wider nursing team to facilitate the effective delivery of care to patients at all times
To lead and participate in the continuing improvement of services in line with the Trust objectives
To lead the provision of education and training to clinical staff and internal/external agencies
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Essential
- RN, current NMC registration
- Degree in nursing
- Significant Gastroenterolgy Experience
- Evidence of ongoing CPD in specialist area of practice
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Evidence of Autonomous Working
Desirable
- Clinical Skills
- oncology module
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND APTITUDE
Essential
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced clinical skills and history taking
- Mentorship skills
- Ability to assess, deliver, evaluate and benchmark quality care
- Expert knowledge, clinical skills and experience in specialist area of practice
- Ability to cope with and diffuse difficult and stressful situations
Desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of effectively managing people and resources
- Clinical care, assessment, diagnosis and care planning
- Substantial experience of care delivery
- Experience of change management
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Essential
- RN, current NMC registration
- Degree in nursing
- Significant Gastroenterolgy Experience
- Evidence of ongoing CPD in specialist area of practice
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Evidence of Autonomous Working
Desirable
- Clinical Skills
- oncology module
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND APTITUDE
Essential
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced clinical skills and history taking
- Mentorship skills
- Ability to assess, deliver, evaluate and benchmark quality care
- Expert knowledge, clinical skills and experience in specialist area of practice
- Ability to cope with and diffuse difficult and stressful situations
Desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of effectively managing people and resources
- Clinical care, assessment, diagnosis and care planning
- Substantial experience of care delivery
- Experience of change management
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
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).
