Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a rotational programme for trainee clinical nurse specialists within the specialty of breast cancer. We are looking to appoint 4 trainee roles and each post is directed at those with at least 3 years of clinical experience who wish to consider ongoing professional development within the specialty, or have no previous breast cancer experience, but have the desire to deliver nursing services to people living with and beyond breast cancer.
Each post is a 2 -year rotational training post, with dedicated time within key specialties of the trajectory of the disease which include;
Primary Breast Cancer Diagnostics/Surgery/Family History.
Primary Breast Cancer Adjuvant Oncology/OAFU.
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Clinical Trials and Research
It is expected you will be committed and self-motivated for your learning and achieve the learning directives of the programme preparing you for a future role as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
We are committed to building on your existing skills and knowledge and welcome the opportunity to professionally develop you. Full support will be given to your personal and professional development through regular appraisal, in house experiential learning, and group sharing of best practice. As a cancer division we will support formal qualifications and funding for either Principles of Breast Cancer Care Course, Cancer genetics Course or Systemic Anti-Cancer course.
Main duties of the job
Job Summary:
The post holder will work in a nursing trainee role with a staggered approach to learning in the care and management of people living with and beyond breast cancer. Professional development through rotation in specialties of the breast cancer trajectory will prepare the post holder for the role as Clinical Nurse Specialist.
The post holder will provide care on both hospital sites, and different departments contributing to the delivery and evaluation of evidence-based patient care, and good clinical practice within research. The post holder will have responsibilities for assessing the needs of patient & family, planning care, and liaising with the multidisciplinary team to deliver and promote planned and coordinated care within key areas of the Breast cancer treatment pathway;
The post holder will be committed and self-motivated for learning, and be will be responsible for planning and organising their training, coaching and supervision with the Breast Care Nurse Specialists/Teams/Departments. The post holder will have the opportunity to develop their clinical skills and knowledge within each rotation specialty, and manage the administration associated with each service.
You will have mentorship, and a robust framework for competencies and reflective experiential learning.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Would you like to work flexibly?In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: 21st May 2024.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: 21st May 2024.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level Adult Nursing registration & relevant first degree
Desirable
- Post-registration training and/or qualifications in breast care, counselling, teaching or oncology
- Advanced Communication Skills training
- Willingness to complete Breast Cancer Care Module
Experience
Essential
- Approximately 3 years' experience working at Band 5/6 level, or equivalent, within a relevant setting
- Working knowledge of the use of research in developing nursing care
- ble to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
- In-depth knowledge of the issues surrounding the scope of professional practice and accountability
Desirable
- Experience of working with breast cancer patients in an oncological or a surgical setting
- Post-registration experience in breast care, counselling, teaching or oncology
Skills
Essential
- High standard of written and oral communication skills
- The ability to empathise and demonstrate understanding of the impact of a cancer diagnosis on a patient and family
- IT Literacy
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to lead, manage and motivate self and others
Desirable
- Evidence of research-based skills in clinical practice
- IT competent
- Ability to work as change agent
- Possess relevant practical skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level Adult Nursing registration & relevant first degree
Desirable
- Post-registration training and/or qualifications in breast care, counselling, teaching or oncology
- Advanced Communication Skills training
- Willingness to complete Breast Cancer Care Module
Experience
Essential
- Approximately 3 years' experience working at Band 5/6 level, or equivalent, within a relevant setting
- Working knowledge of the use of research in developing nursing care
- ble to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
- In-depth knowledge of the issues surrounding the scope of professional practice and accountability
Desirable
- Experience of working with breast cancer patients in an oncological or a surgical setting
- Post-registration experience in breast care, counselling, teaching or oncology
Skills
Essential
- High standard of written and oral communication skills
- The ability to empathise and demonstrate understanding of the impact of a cancer diagnosis on a patient and family
- IT Literacy
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to lead, manage and motivate self and others
Desirable
- Evidence of research-based skills in clinical practice
- IT competent
- Ability to work as change agent
- Possess relevant practical 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.
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).
