Job summary
As a result of maternity leave, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse with Acute Medicine/ Oncology/Haematology experience to join the Macmillan Acute Oncology (AO)/ Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP) Nursing Team.
*This is a 30 hour, fixed term post for 12 months*
Main duties of the job
Whilst being an essential team player, you will need to be able to work autonomously and be able to prioritise, assess and recommend plans of care with the wider Acute Oncology and responsible treating teams. There will be an expectation of completing the non-medical prescribing qualification/ clinical assessment qualification if not already undertaken and this will be fully supported.
We can offer the post holders an innovative, supportive and friendly environment, working in a small team who are keen to embrace change to ensure the continued delivery of high quality care for our patients.
About us
This post will enable the current team to continue to develop the Acute Oncology service across the Trust to include the provision of a Malignancy of Unknown Origin (MUO) / CUP service and to develop a seven day AO service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Macmillan AO nursing team provides specialist input to both Haematology and Oncology patients presenting with Acute Oncology problems and works closely with the Haematologists, specialist Palliative care team, Oncologists, the Emergency Department and the Acute Medical teams.
The post will also involve being a key worker for patients diagnosed with a MUO.
For more information please read the job description attached
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Macmillan AO nursing team provides specialist input to both Haematology and Oncology patients presenting with Acute Oncology problems and works closely with the Haematologists, specialist Palliative care team, Oncologists, the Emergency Department and the Acute Medical teams.
The post will also involve being a key worker for patients diagnosed with a MUO.
For more information please read the job description attached
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse 1st level with current NMC registration
- Educated to masters level or willingness to undertake
- At least 3 years' experience of working in a clinical setting
Desirable
- Level 2 psychology
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Clinical assessment qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of caring for patients in the Cancer setting (Either Haematology or Oncology).
- Experience in Acute Medicine or Emergency Medicine.
Desirable
- Experience of recognising and managing the complications of SACT
- Experience in the care of patients with Cancer of Unknown Primary
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse 1st level with current NMC registration
- Educated to masters level or willingness to undertake
- At least 3 years' experience of working in a clinical setting
Desirable
- Level 2 psychology
- Independent prescribing qualification
- Clinical assessment qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of caring for patients in the Cancer setting (Either Haematology or Oncology).
- Experience in Acute Medicine or Emergency Medicine.
Desirable
- Experience of recognising and managing the complications of SACT
- Experience in the care of patients with Cancer of Unknown Primary
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).
