Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist

The Royal Surrey Cancer Centre is looking for a committed, enthusiastic Clinical Nurse Specialist, providing keyworker support to Lung cancer patients alongside developing and expanding an already excellent service.

The post holder will be expected to contribute to the strategic direction and delivery of a quality service to patients and lead and develop this specialist nursing service within the Trust, working as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a high level of up-to-date relevant clinical knowledge and experience with relevant post registration training and development in cancer care, 1st Level Nursing degree, plus MSc. Experience in management of staff, resources, and service development is desirable. In addition, the post-holder must have excellent communication and decision-making skills, competency in advanced clinical skills such as advanced assessment and prescribing and be prepared or willing to undertake nurse-led reviews, be able to work as part of a team, but also work autonomously with minimum supervision.

This post requires an experienced, forward-thinking, motivated, and ambitious nurse whose contributions will be recognised by a dynamic, professional, and friendly team.

Main duties of the job

JOB PURPOSE

The key function of the Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist is to work with the Lead Cancer Nurse to co-ordinate the delivery of a comprehensive Lung Cancer Nursing Service within the Trust.

The post holder will work clinically and strategically with the local MDTs to monitor and develop policy, training, and services against local and National guidelines including relevant IOG guidance and Cancer Measures.

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere, and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trust's normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY This autonomous role within lung cancer services provides support and undertakes the role of key worker to lung cancer patients and their families/carers from diagnosis and throughout their pathway. With the support of the MDT, the post holder will endeavor to provide a patient-focused service, offering holistic assessment, specialist support and advice, and information and psychological support as necessary. The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will be responsible for the development of innovative nursing practice and the provision of specialist advice within their field. They will be an educational resource to all members of the MDT and the wider Trust and facilitate the development of nurses and healthcare staff in order to improve the patient experience.

For further details and informal visit, please contact Rachel Stevenson Lead Lung Clinical Nurse Specialist on 01483 571122 ext 6319 or email rachel.stevenson8@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12
• First level degree in Cancer Nursing
• Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development in chemotherapy
• Advanced assessment qualification
• Independent / Non-medical prescribing qualification
• Educated to Masters Level

Knowledge

• Demonstrates professional awareness and knowledge
• Understanding of current issues in Acute NHS setting
• Consolidation of Nurse Training
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management
• Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues

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.

£48,270 to £54,931 a year Per annum (pro rata) inc HCAS