Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our experienced, passionate and supportive Gynaecological Oncology Specialist Nursing Team at UHB as a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated nurse who is keen to develop their knowledge and specialist skills within gynaecological oncology. You will be supported by experienced Clinical Nurse Specialists and work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to provide holistic, patient centred and sensitive care.

You will support women and their families throughout the cancer pathway, from investigation and diagnosis through treatment and follow-up, including living with and beyond cancer.

This is a particularly exciting time to join the team, with the development of our new robotic gynaecological oncology surgical service. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to support patients undergoing robotic surgery and contribute to the development of the specialist nursing service as this new pathway becomes established.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse with a passion for cancer care to develop within a specialist CNS role, expand their knowledge of gynaecological oncology and be part of an evolving and innovative service, while making a positive difference to the care and experience of women affected by gynaecological cancer.

Main duties of the job

• Act as a key point of contact for patients and families throughout the gynaecological cancer pathway.
• Provide holistic, patient-centred assessment, identifying physical, psychological, emotional, social and practical needs.
• Provide specialist information, advice and support during investigation, diagnosis, treatment, progression, recurrence and living with and beyond cancer.
• Support patients to understand their diagnosis, treatment options and ongoing care, promoting informed decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with the Gynaecological Oncology MDT and wider cancer services to ensure coordinated, seamless care.
• Provide specialist advice and support to ward and clinical teams caring for patients with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancer.
• Contribute to personalised care and support planning, including assessment, information, signposting and appropriate referrals.
• Participate in MDT meetings, clinics and specialist nurse-led activities in accordance with competency and service needs.
• Develop specialist knowledge and clinical skills through education, supervision and reflective practice.
• Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement, patient experience and education.
• Promote evidence-based care in line with local and national guidance and professional standards

About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Portfolio of certified / accredited post registration professional development

Desirable

• Relevant oncology/gynaecology/cancer care qualification.
• Advanced communication skills training.
• Teaching/assessing qualification.
• Leadership development/training.
• Relevant postgraduate study or willingness to undertake

Experience
Essential

• Post registration experience with evidence of knowledge and development in gynaecology
• In depth knowledge of specialist procedures required for role, with willingness to undertake further training/ education to achieve agreed level of competence.
• Knowledge of standards and policies associated with role.
• Experience of working in a multi- disciplinary and cross agency work environment.
• Demonstrable understanding of national/NHSE guidance, cancer pathways and diagnostic and treatment standards for gynaecological cancers, and the ability to apply these within the Gynaecological Oncology CNS role.
• Demonstrable understanding of clinical governance / patient safety process's in relation to their personal/professional accountability.

Desirable

• Previous experience within gynaecology, oncology or cancer services.
• Experience in caring for patients with gynaecological cancer.
• Experience of holistic needs assessment and personalised care.
• Experience of nurse-led clinics or telephone follow-up.
• Involvement in audit, service development or quality improvement.
• Experience of education and supporting the development of colleagues.
• Experience supporting patients throughout the cancer pathway.

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Ability to work flexibly across hospital sites according to service and patient needs.
• Ability to manage the emotional demands of working with patients and families affected by cancer.
• Demonstrates a compassionate, professional and patient-centred approach.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritise workload and respond effectively to changing clinical/service demands.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and dignity in patient care.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining competence within the role.
• Ability to act as a positive role model and advocate for patients.

Desirable

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to the development of Gynaecological Oncology services.
• Willingness to contribute to service improvement, innovation and new ways of working.
• Ability to support the development and education of colleagues.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working across different clinical environments and services.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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).

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).