Job summary
We are looking for registered nurse with an interest in women's health and cancer to join our team. as a clinical nurse specialist. Applicants will have at least 2 years post registration experience working in an acute setting. Experience in either women's health or cancer speciality is desirable but not essential as training will be given. A keen interest in the specialty is more important.
The role of the clinical nurse specialist is to provide an expert service for patients in West Dorset diagnosed with gynaecological cancers. The post holder will be based at Dorset County Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Provision of a high-quality nursing service to patients with gynaecological cancers, providing support and continuity from the point of diagnosis/referral, acting as a key worker where appropriate and also a core member of the multidisciplinary team.
Providing psychological support to patients and their families/ carers whilst liaising and referring as necessary to appropriate health care professionals within the hospital and community.
Delivery of personalised care with holistic assessment of needs and planning and implementation of patient centred care at key points in the cancer journey.
The provision of education, information, support and advice to other health care professionals
About us
Dorset County Hospital is district general hospital, based in the county town of Dorchester in Dorset.
The hospital has a strong reputation for being a friendly and supportive organisation to work in. Staff wellbeing is key to the success of our staffing model and we are proud of the support offered through human resources team, effective line management, good teamwork and professional development opportunities. The trust expects all staff to work to the Trust values of Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.
The gynae-oncology team spans both gynaecology and oncology services and there is a strong emphasis on team work.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Education, qualifications and training
Essential
- Registered Nurse.
- Evidence of education to degree level in health-related subject.
- Evidence of recent CPD.
Desirable
- Recognised qualification in cancer care or gynaecology nursing.
- Communication skills training or willingness to attend.
- Teaching qualification.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant and recent post registration experience in registered nursing role
- Significant and recent experience in related speciality at previous grade
- Understanding of professional nursing issues.
- Evidence of special interest in gynae-oncology nursing.
- Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements.
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality.
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical audit.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner.
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
- Effective communication skills.
- Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively.
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of critical appraisal skills
Person Specification
Education, qualifications and training
Essential
- Registered Nurse.
- Evidence of education to degree level in health-related subject.
- Evidence of recent CPD.
Desirable
- Recognised qualification in cancer care or gynaecology nursing.
- Communication skills training or willingness to attend.
- Teaching qualification.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant and recent post registration experience in registered nursing role
- Significant and recent experience in related speciality at previous grade
- Understanding of professional nursing issues.
- Evidence of special interest in gynae-oncology nursing.
- Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements.
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality.
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical audit.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of ability to practice as a proficient practitioner.
- Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors.
- Effective communication skills.
- Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively.
- Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.
Desirable
- Evidence of critical appraisal 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).
