About this role
Job summary Oncology | Palliative Care - Clinical Nurse Specialist | Theatre Department | Spire Little Aston Hospital | Private Hospital | Bank | Competitive Rates
Spire Little Aston Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist to join their amazing team on a Bank basis.
Main duties of the job Clinical Nurse Specialist will act as the clinical expert and professional resource to the multi-professional team, patients and carers.
Management of direct patient care and to be responsible for a clinical caseload and safely administer SACT. To work closely with other site-specific Consultants, CNS' and work as a team. Maintain accurate and concise documentation in relation to clinical activities. Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies both within and out of the hospital setting to ensure patient needs are met, especially in relation to ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements. Provide professional support to colleagues working within the cancer unit setting. To offer patients a Holistic Needs Assessment at relevant points in their pathway. To provide a care plan and if identified referral to Level 3 or Level 4 psychological care providers. Provide specialist advice which is evidence based to deliver clinically effective care to cancer patients and their families in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team Promote a culture of respectful relationships through professional role modelling conveying the principles required for nurses to improve the patients experience e.g. Pre-SACT consultation, understanding and involving patients in their care.
About us Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.
Job description Job responsibilities Oncology | Palliative Care - Clinical Nurse Specialist | Theatre Department | Spire Little Aston Hospital | Private Hospital | Bank | Competitive Rates
Spire Little Aston Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist to join their amazing team on a Bank.
Spire Little Aston Hospital is a leading private hospital in the Midlands, offering comprehensive hospital care to patients from Birmingham and the surrounding areas of the West Midlands and Staffordshire. The hospital has an exceptional reputation within a variety of specialties including Orthopaedics, Sports & Exercise Medicine, Cosmetics, Ophthalmic, Gynaecology, General Surgery & Physiotherapy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Clinical Nurse Specialist will act as the clinical expert and professional resource to the multi-professional team, patients and carers.
Management of direct patient care and to be responsible for a clinical caseload and safely administer SACT. To work closely with other site-specific Consultants, CNS' and work as a team.Maintain accurate and concise documentation in relation to clinical activities. Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies both within and out of the hospital setting to ensure patient needs are met, especially in relation to ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements.Provide professional support to colleagues working within the cancer unit setting.To offer patients a Holistic Needs Assessment at relevant points in their pathway. To provide a care plan and if identified referral to Level 3 or Level 4 psychological care providers.Provide specialist advice which is evidence based to deliver clinically effective care to cancer patients and their families in collaboration with the multidisciplinary teamPromote a culture of respectful relationships through professional role modelling conveying the principles required for nurses to improve the patients experience e.g. Pre-SACT consultation, understanding and involving patients in their care.
Who we're looking for: Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of working at a senior level within cancer servicesDemonstrate considerable post registration competency in the UKONS 24 Hour triage toolPost registration course within cancer care desirableExcellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to organise work around competing demands on timeDemonstrate that can work with minimal supervisionDemonstrate computer literacy skills including use of Microsoft Office software packages, internet & emailDemonstrate knowledge/qualification in palliative care
Benefits:
We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness or annual leave. Bank colleagues are paid weeklyWe offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leaveUnsocial Enhancements, dependent upon shift pattern worked (won't be applicable for all)Access to Spire Healthcare pensionAccess to Blue Light Card discountsSmart spending discounts (in addition to Blue Light discounts) via 'Spire for You'Wellbeing Centre access via 'Spire for You'Free uniformFree DBSFull induction, including mandatory training updatesOpportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
Our Values
We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Driving clinical excellenceDoing the right thingCaring is our passionKeeping it simpleDelivering on our promisesSucceeding and celebrating together
Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
We commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.
If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of working at a senior level within cancer services Demonstrate considerable post registration competency in the UKONS 24 Hour triage tool Post registration course within cancer care desirable Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to organise work around competing demands on time Demonstrate that can work with minimal supervision Demonstrate computer literacy skills including use of Microsoft Office software packages, internet & email Demonstrate knowledge/qualification in palliative care
Experience Essential
Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of working at a senior level within cancer services Demonstrate considerable post registration competency in the UKONS 24 Hour triage tool Post registration course within cancer care desirable Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to organise work around competing demands on time Demonstrate that can work with minimal supervision Demonstrate computer literacy skills including use of Microsoft Office software packages, internet & email Demonstrate knowledge/qualification in palliative care
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 Spire Healthcare Ltd
Address Little Aston Hall Drive
Sutton Coldfield
B74 3UP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)