About this role
Job summary
Ready to help shape the future of cancer care?
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Nurse Practitioner to join our Specialist Cancer Services team and play a pivotal role in delivering a new Ribociclib treatment pathway.
We are looking for someone who:
Is a registered nurse with advanced clinical practice skills. Has excellent clinical assessment and decision-making abilities. Is passionate about delivering outstanding patient-centred care. Enjoys innovation, service development and working collaboratively. Wants to help shape the future of cancer services.
This is more than a clinical role--it is an opportunity to lead, innovate and be part of an exciting new chapter in cancer care.
Main duties of the job
This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of service development, helping to transform patient experience, improve access to treatment and deliver high-quality, compassionate care.
Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide advanced clinical assessment, treatment review, toxicity management and ongoing support for patients receiving Ribociclib, whilst helping to shape and develop this exciting new service.
What makes this role special?
Lead and develop an innovative treatment pathway. Work autonomously within a supportive specialist cancer team. Influence service improvement, quality and patient experience. Develop advanced expertise in systemic anti-cancer treatment. Make a genuine difference to patients and families.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. Relevant master's degree in advanced Practice or recognised qualification. Degree in Nursing Non-Medical Prescribing Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
Desirable
Advanced Physical Assessment and Clinical skills To have completed the national practice assessor training or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998. Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience
Experience Essential
Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice Evidence of competence in autonomous assessment, clinical decision-making and patient management Experience of delivering training / education to others
Desirable
Experience of undertaking service improvement activity Experience of participation in audit, quality improvement and service evaluation activities Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g., sickness/absence, recruitment/selection
Skills & Knowledge Essential
In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families Can prioritise and manage own workload and support junior personnel in managing theirs when faced with conflicting pressures Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations
Desirable
Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others Excellent presentation skills
Personal Qualities Essential
Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships Self-motivated and able to work independently. Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts Patient focussed with a 'can do' attitude Commitment to staff development and training Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service. Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure
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).
Employer details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Weston Park Hospital
Whitham Road
Sheffield
S10 1SJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)