Clinical Nurse Specialist (HPB)

HCA Healthcare UK; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Role: Clinical Nurse Specialist - Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic (HPB)
Location/Site: London, The Harley Street Clinic
Hours: Full Time: 37.5hrs pw- (Mon-Fri)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: competitive (DOE) and benefits

We’re looking for a Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic (HPB) Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our team at the prestigious Harley Street Clinic, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC and renowned for having the most advanced private cancer facilities in Europe, combining state-of-the-art equipment with a dedicated team of oncologists and clinicians.

The Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic (HPB)/gastrointestinal Clinical Nurse Specialist will work in collaboration with the HPB/GI Multidisciplinary Team, providing clinical expertise, assessment of care and health needs of patients with pancreatic, liver, biliary, and gall bladder cancer conditions. Within this role, you will play a key role in supporting the efficient day-to-day operational management and service delivery of the HPB Oncology Service in partnership with the Multidisciplinary staff, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources to optimise quality whilst meeting HCA values.

You will have the opportunity to network with HPB Cancer colleagues at local and regional meetings, to ensure continuous learning, maintain best practice, and service innovation. We are looking for an expert practitioner within the specialty who has the ability to manage complex clinical situations, providing guidance, supervision, and training appropriate to peers and junior members of staff.

You will act as a key worker for a clinical caseload of patients receiving treatment for HPB cancer, working to co-ordinate care and provide easy access for ongoing support for patients. You will be actively involved in monitoring and developing HPB Oncology Services to ensure patients receive sustainable high-quality care that is safe and effective at The Harley Street Clinic/LOC. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to cross-cover the Lower Gastrointestinal service to work in collaboration with one another to provide high standards of care and gain experience while working in the organization.

At HCA UK, we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you’ll bring:

1. NMC registered Nurse
2. Oncology Experience
3. Substantial nursing experience post-registration
4. Substantial experience in HPB oncology

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication, and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group, we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with the option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection, and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

At HCA UK, we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us brings as we know that when you feel seen, heard, and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple; above all else, we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

• Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual
• Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion
• Honesty, integrity and fairness: We act with absolute honesty, integrity, and fairness
• Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect, and dignity

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

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