About this role
Job summary
Are you an enthusiastic, compassionate registered nurse who has an interest in haematology and strives to deliver excellent patient care? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to join us as a Haematology Nurse Specialist with a focus on caring for patients with Myeloma or those undergoing an autologous stem cell transplant. The post-holder will work alongside the existing Myeloma and Transplant Haematology CNS' and CSW team to deliver holistic care to patients diagnosed with Myeloma, from diagnosis to end of treatment or end of life.
Applicants will be confident, proactive and compassionate Band 5 or Band 6 nurse with haemato-oncology experience and excellent communication skills. They must have a strong understanding of Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment and associated toxicities. The postholder will be responsible for working collaboratively with a range of healthcare professionals and agencies, providing specialist advice and support, to ensure the delivery of high quality and efficient services to meet the cancer priorities of the organisation and the national cancer agenda. and demonstrate advanced clinical decision-making.
Additional working pattern details: Across 4 days- Monday/ Tuesday/ Thursday and Friday
The proposed interview date is: 29th July
Main duties of the job
Includes;
Provide appropriate support and nurse specialist input to agreed standards throughout the diagnostic process, at diagnosis and throughout the cancer pathway
The postholder will assess individuals' care needs, developing, planning, implementing and evaluating care to meet the needs of patients within the clinical environment and outpatient setting.
Identify and assess patients' physical, social and psychological needs to support the development of holistic needs assessment and personalised care and support plans.
Provide on-going advice and support to enable patients to make informed decisions about their management and care
Support the delivery of all personalised cancer care key metrics as per national recommendations.
Provide advice, support and symptom management for patients and carers within the scope of expected practice aligned with the ACCEND framework for enhanced level of practice. Communicate highly complex and sensitive information to patients and carers within clinical competence.
To make judgements surrounding complex health concerns or situations which require analysis, interpretation and a range of care options to enable the initiation of nursing care interventions.
Undertake extended clinical skills and/or procedures to meet the needs of the individual service e.g. clinical procedures as required by the service (Bone Marrow biopsies, etc.)
About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
The successful applicant will be supported by the Haematology Specialist Nursing team who are a group of 6 nurses working together with 3 cancer support workers who are passionate about providing excellent support and care to our patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see detailed job description and person specification attached. For any queries please contact Yasmin Woodward Mills
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential
NMC registered nurse Educated to degree level Has completed accredited chemotherapy course Experience post registration at band 5 level or above within relevant specialty Ability to work autonomously and as part of an effective MDT Remains calm and diplomatic under pressure
Desirable
Evidence of relevant Masters level study Completed Advanced Communication Course Ability to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (Clinical Haematology)
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)