Job summary
Lung Cancer Screening (formerly known as the Targeted Lung Health Check programme) is a national programme of work which involves identifying and screening patients who may be at high risk of developing lung cancer. Patients aged between 55 and 74 with a current or ex smoker record on their GP notes will be invited for a Lung Cancer Screening appointmentand their risk for lung cancer will be assessed. If high risk for lung cancer, they will be offered a low dose CT thorax (LDCT) in a community setting.
The Screening nurse for the Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) programme will be working with patients, clinicians, and other partners, to implement Lung Cancer Screening across the MSE ICB. They will support the Responsible Assessor with delivery of the programme. They will be working closely with the MSEFT Respiratory Department ( Broomfield), Community providers and the ICB Commissioners.
Main duties of the job
You will ensure
That all LDCT reports are reviewed and triaged appropriately - supporting setting up of MDT for those patients with significant findings
Appropriate action is taken when clinical findings are identified as part of the assessment for eligibility. This may include facilitating further management in primary and/or secondary care.
Clinical data and information is entered into the appropriate clinical system with a focus on data completeness and audit.
Communication to patients and general practice about the findings of the LDCT
Adherence to details of the standard protocol and quality assurance standards
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details on this role please refer the Job Description attached.
We look forward for your application
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details on this role please refer the Job Description attached.
We look forward for your application
Person Specification
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate effectivley amongst MDT
- Skilled in compassionate communication
Desirable
- Evidence of working within a MDT
Autonomous working
Essential
- Able to work autonomously
Desirable
- Evidence of working in an autonomous environment
Clinical skills
Essential
- Evidence of knowledge surrounding care and management of patients with lung cancer and respiratory conditions
- Able to perform clinical skills in line with policies and procedures
- Understand referral procedures
Desirable
- Evidence of working with patients with lung cancer and respiratory conditions
- Evidence of ability to perform clinical skills
Person Specification
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate effectivley amongst MDT
- Skilled in compassionate communication
Desirable
- Evidence of working within a MDT
Autonomous working
Essential
- Able to work autonomously
Desirable
- Evidence of working in an autonomous environment
Clinical skills
Essential
- Evidence of knowledge surrounding care and management of patients with lung cancer and respiratory conditions
- Able to perform clinical skills in line with policies and procedures
- Understand referral procedures
Desirable
- Evidence of working with patients with lung cancer and respiratory conditions
- Evidence of ability to perform clinical 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).
