Job summaryUpper GI/HPB CNS Working with cancer patients from Diagnosis through to end of treatment and palliative care.
Working independently on own initiative and supporting the wider multidisciplinary team. Conducting Nurse led clinics and supporting Patients, carer throughout the cancer pathway.
Supporting Band 6/7 patient case load , inpatient review and assessment, of patients overseeing effective symptom management and referring to appropriate allied health professionals.
Self development, Meet core competencies , training with the aim for development to Band 6
Main duties of the jobManage and support Patients from diagnostics to cancer treatment, working collaboratively with the Band 6/7, ACP and wider MDT.
Plan, implement and evaluate patient care throughout the pathway.
Clinical admin -Complete referrals to Allied health Professionals. Maintain effective communication within the team locally and cross tertiary with the extended speciality teams , UGI, HPB AND ONCOLOGY
Record keeping, in accordance to Local and NMC Standards. Keep accurate and up to date records.
Patient and peer education, Health promotion
Participate, prep and present patients for Cancer MDT.
Bi weekly inpatient review, - Assessment and care co ordination of cancer patients new diagnosis, breaking bad news, symptom guidance, promote discharge planning.
Manage and co ordinate patient telephone line - advice and guidance.
Chaperone consultant lead clinic.
About usSandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Job responsibilitiesTo work Independently on own initiative providing safe , individualised care to Patients and essential companions undergoing cancer care from Diagnosis to palliation.
To work collaboratively with the UGI/HPB CNS TEAM and extended multidisciplinary team, supporting patients undergoing diagnostics and extended cancer care management both locally and cross tertiary at UHB.
To participate in educational events to enhance learning and development to specialist level specific to UGI/HPB CANCER.
Support Peers, mentor junior staff (CCN) and Nursing students on placement withing the area.
Travel cross site to conduct inpatient assessments and support co ordination of cancer care.
MDT Coordination, patient case presentation, Representation.
Independent/shared CNS clinic management and co ordination.
Attend Expert advisory group meetings, CNS Forum meetings.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Relevant clinical post registration experience.
QualificationsEssential- RN (Adult) with current NMC registration
Desirable- Teaching qualification
- Assessing qualification
- Speciality specific qualifications
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
