Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job title:

Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist

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NHS

Job description

Job Title: Haematology Clinical Nurse SpecialistHours per week: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)Perm/Fixed Term: PermanentSalary: £37,338 to £44,962 per annumClosing Date: 31st October 2024Interview Date: 11th November 2024An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist team at George Eliot Hospital.The Haematology team is a dynamic, supportive and friendly multi-disciplinary team dedicated in providing holistic, patient-centred care. We are therefore looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual who is committed to providing the highest standard of nursing support and care to both inpatient and outpatients.Applicants must have knowledge and experience in haematology and chemotherapy and possess excellent communication skills. You will be working closely with the multi-disciplinary Haematology team, and therefore, must be confident in acting as the patient’s advocate to ensure the best outcomes throughout their diagnostic and treatment pathway.This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.#JoinTeamEliotMain duties of the jobWorking as part of a multi-professional team to deliver enhanced clinical practice to a specific group and participate in education, audit and application of evidence based practice within the specialty.The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive specialist support service to patients/families with a suspected or proven haematological disorder.You will act as the key worker for patients with a haematological diagnosis offering expert care, advice, support and developing holistic plans of care.Excellent communication skills are an essential skill for this position alongside the ability to act as your patients advocate and liaise with other healthcare professionals, ensuring coordination and continuity of care.Your role will be an integral part of the Haematology team, and you will be expected to contribute to educational sessions and MDT meetings on a regular basis. It is important to show commitment and demonstrate evidence of on-going professional and academic development.You will be encouraged to expand your knowledge, skills and competencies within a supported and friendly environment with training opportunities available to support you along the way.This is the perfect opportunity for the right person to extend their skills and develop expertise in this specialty.About usHere at George Eliot our vision to’excel at patient care’ takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:Effective Open Communicationexcellence and safety in everything we doChallenge but supportExpect respect and dignityLocal health that inspires confidenceBenefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, in house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.Date posted17 October 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number230-31855941-MED-HCNS-AJob locationsGeorge Eliot HospitalCollege StreetNuneatonCV10 7DJJob descriptionJob responsibilities

• Carry out programmes of care and treatment with the support of the senior haematology clinical nurse specialist.
• Influence and monitor the standards of direct haematology patient care delivery in accordance with best practice, operational protocols and guidelines.
• Manages clinical caseload on a day- today basis including making minor modifications within prescribed parameters reporting back to the lead clinician.
• Deliver education programmes to patients, carers and other nursing staff as agreed by the senior haematology clinical nurse specialist.
• Act as a role model, providing advice and specialist knowledge to other nursing / medical staff caring for patients / clients within the speciality.
• Participates in research and audit as part of the multi- professional team within the speciality.
• Ensure that high quality data is collected for both audit and research trials as required.
• Communicates effectively with colleagues, patients and other users of the Trust.
• Provides written communications that are clear, fluent, concise and easily understood.
• Under supervision and guidance provide ongoing support and management strategies to patientswithin the haematology service.
• Ensure current registration with NMC.
• Liaises with Consultants, Ward/Department Team/Matrons/Multi-Disciplinary Team and other Wards and Departments as appropriate to ensure patients receive optimum care.

We are continually looking to further develop and improve the service we offer, and any applicants must be keen to learn and self-motivated to develop their individual skills and expertise and engage and support wider service development.The successful candidate will benefit from an individualised learning package dependant on their current skills and experience and will be part of a compassionate and supportive team who understand the challenges that arise when caring for cancer patients and the importance of supporting one another.Please note that this list is not exhaustive, for more information please see the attached Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist Job Description and Personal Specification. Job descriptionJob responsibilities

• Carry out programmes of care and treatment with the support of the senior haematology clinical nurse specialist.
• Influence and monitor the standards of direct haematology patient care delivery in accordance with best practice, operational protocols and guidelines.
• Manages clinical caseload on a day- today basis including making minor modifications within prescribed parameters reporting back to the lead clinician.
• Deliver education programmes to patients, carers and other nursing staff as agreed by the senior haematology clinical nurse specialist.
• Act as a role model, providing advice and specialist knowledge to other nursing / medical staff caring for patients / clients within the speciality.
• Participates in research and audit as part of the multi- professional team within the speciality.
• Ensure that high quality data is collected for both audit and research trials as required.
• Communicates effectively with colleagues, patients and other users of the Trust.
• Provides written communications that are clear, fluent, concise and easily understood.
• Under supervision and guidance provide ongoing support and management strategies to patientswithin the haematology service.
• Ensure current registration with NMC.
• Liaises with Consultants, Ward/Department Team/Matrons/Multi-Disciplinary Team and other Wards and Departments as appropriate to ensure patients receive optimum care.

We are continually looking to further develop and improve the service we offer, and any applicants must be keen to learn and self-motivated to develop their individual skills and expertise and engage and support wider service development.The successful candidate will benefit from an individualised learning package dependant on their current skills and experience and will be part of a compassionate and supportive team who understand the challenges that arise when caring for cancer patients and the importance of supporting one another.Please note that this list is not exhaustive, for more information please see the attached Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist Job Description and Personal Specification.Person SpecificationExperience and KnowledgeEssential

• 2 years at Band 5 or equivalent
• Experience within the speciality
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Experience of audit and resource

Qualifications and Professional TrainingEssential

• Willing to work towards a post-grad qualification within the speciality
• Current Professional Registration

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification
• Managerial Qualification
• Post grad qualification in speciality

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions
• Demonstrates clinical knowledge
• Demonstrates awareness of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines

OtherEssential

• Able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis.
• Able to transport patients using wheelchair/trolley or bed on a frequent basis.
• Able to deal with patients and relatives during distressing situations on a frequent basis.
• Able to apply normal care and attention throughout the shift.
• Able to deal with competing demands for attention.

Person SpecificationExperience and KnowledgeEssential

• 2 years at Band 5 or equivalent
• Experience within the speciality
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Experience of audit and resource

Qualifications and Professional TrainingEssential

• Willing to work towards a post-grad qualification within the speciality
• Current Professional Registration

Desirable

• Teaching Qualification
• Managerial Qualification
• Post grad qualification in speciality

Skills and AbilitiesEssential

• Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions
• Demonstrates clinical knowledge
• Demonstrates awareness of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines

OtherEssential

• Able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis.
• Able to transport patients using wheelchair/trolley or bed on a frequent basis.
• Able to deal with patients and relatives during distressing situations on a frequent basis.
• Able to apply normal care and attention throughout the shift.
• Able to deal with competing demands for attention.

Expected salary

£37338 – 44962 per year

Location

Nuneaton, Warwickshire

Job date

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 05:29:19 GMT

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