About this role
Job summary
The adult Haematology service at Imperial College healthcare NHS Trust (ICHT) service runs one of teh largest stem cell transplant (SCT) JACIE accredited programmes within London, performing approximately 170 procedures annually. The portfolio of the transplant unit has further expanded to include CAR-T therapy and other innovative cellular/gene therapies.
We are currently recruiting to a Band 7 CNS/Coordinator role within the SCT team. The post holder will work as an integral member of the wider multi-disciplinary SCT coordination team, acting as a key worker, supporting the various transplant related treatment pathways.
The successful applicant will be highly motivated, possess advanced communication skills and have previous experience in the specialty, including stem cell transplant. Strong organisational skills and collaborative working would also be essential to ensure effective working with the wider multidisciplinary team to champion best practice and enhance patient experience throughout the transplant journey.
Main duties of the job
To fulfil the role of CNS, working as an autonomous practitioner, managing a defined caseload Provide specialist nursing advice and support related to SCT/Cellular therapies To support the safe coordination of SCT treatment pathways working as an integral member of the transplant coordination team. To participate in all aspects of the planning and coordination process for patients undergoing SCT and other cellular therapies.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications Essential
NMC Level 1 Registered Nurse Educated to Degree level or above in related subject Post registration qualification relevant to role at level 7 and evidence of continued professional development Recognised post-registration teaching qualification.
Desirable
MSc or MA in related specialty Psychological assessment course Quality improvement training
Experience Essential
Significant post registration and in specialty area and experience in either junior specialty role or team leader/ward management role Experience with managing patient caseload relevant to specialty Experience of working independently and as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team To have demonstrable experience of service development
Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential
Clear understanding of the role of the Coordinator role in SCT and the associated responsibility and accountability Broad understanding of SCT and cancer treatments and cancer pathways. Understanding of related regulatory/accreditation/governing bodies, e.g. JACIE, HTA, EBMT NICE guidance and government targets relating to cancer specialty Up to date knowledge of current clinical practice and professional issues
Desirable
Advanced IT skills use or Excel/Data management Presentation skills
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.
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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 Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Hammersmith Hospital
Du Cane Road
London
W12 0HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)