Clinical Nurse SpecialistCompany: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Job ID: C9165-26-09-100
Job summaryPermanent, 36 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen The Trust for a Clinical Nurse Specialists Band 6 within the already established Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist Team. As a Clinical Nurse Specialist you will act as an advocate for patient care, providing seamless and timely management for patients who are suspected or diagnosed with a breast Cancer.
This fast paced and varied role requires an individual who shows a methodical approach to patient assessment who will work alongside the Band 7 CNS and the wider team to support patients, providing an individualised plan of care, delivering a high-quality service and ensure the service is accessible and available to give advice and clinical expertise to both patients and other health care professionals.
We are looking for an individual to work alongside the existing team, who is caring and shows enthusiasm. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively with both patients and the wider MDT whilst working cohesively within the Clinical Nurse Specialist Team. A flexible approach is essential, as is the need to be self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks / objectives. This unique opportunity requires you to be committed, organised and an excellent communicator both verbal and written.
You must be able to work both independently and as part of a team. We are keen to invite to interview Nurses who encompass the above and meet the essential criteria in the person specification.
Main duties of the jobThe main purpose of the role will be to provide personalised support for patients diagnosed with a Breast Cancer.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced nurse working at Band 5/6 with a keen interest in Cancer services.
You must be able to show the ability to provide specialist holistic support and treatment whilst co-ordinating services and personalising the cancer pathway for patients from diagnosis, through treatment.
You will work closely with the wider team and must be able to forge good working relations. Be able to provide essential data/audit collection to the Band 7 CNS and be able to present this information as requested to others.
Act as an advocate for patient care, be able to liaise with multiple professionals across both TRFT and other partners. We would welcome informal discussion with all candidates prior to application/interview
About usThe Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
Certificates of SponsorshipPlease note that the Trust does not currently offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
DetailsPay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year Pro rata/per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9165-26-09-100
Person SpecificationQualifications- Essential: Registered General Nurse
- Essential: Degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway
- Essential: Evidence of continued professional development
- Desirable: Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work toward
- Desirable: Post-basic qualification in cancer/palliative care or relevant subject or working towards
- Desirable: Clinical Psychology Level 2
Professional Registration- Essential: Please enter NMC pin
Knowledge- Essential: Awareness of local and national guidelines
- Essential: Risk management awareness
Skills and abilities- Essential: IT literate
- Essential: Ability to motivate self and others
- Essential: Ability to use own initiative and to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Essential: Flexible/ positive attitude to working
- Essential: Teaching and presentation skills
Experience- Essential: Relevant post-registration experience, at Band 5 or above
- Essential: Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
- Essential: Experience of working alongside other MDT colleagues in supporting patients
- Desirable: Experience of teaching
- Desirable: Experience of audit and research
- Desirable: Experience of using different information systems i.e. Meditech/ICE
- Desirable: Experience of data collection/analysis
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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Employer's website: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/
For questions about the job, contact: Tracy Goldstone, tracy.goldstone@nhs.net
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