Uro-Oncology Clinical Nurse - (Urology)
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time.It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
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Job overview
Band 6 Urology (Training post Annexe 21) - Uro-Oncology Clinical Nurse - Across Sites
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed, enthusiastic and motivated person to join the urology nursing team. The successful applicant will be part of a well-established multi-disciplinary team working closely with the Urology Consultants, junior doctors and other Nurse Specialists within the department.This is a training post for candidates that do not have chemo administering and running clinic experience who will be supported to successfully complete a 12-month accelerated training and education competency framework to become a Band 6. As per Annexe 21 agenda for change terms and conditions, during the 12 months of training, your starting salary represents 75% of the maximum of band 6.
You will remain on 75% pay of the maximum of band 6 until successful completion of your competencies when you will be moved to 100% of the minimum band 6 pay.
If you feel that you have the skills and dedication for this role please contact Sally Buttleman [email protected] or Irene Breheny [email protected]
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work towards becoming an independent practitioner and with members of the multidisciplinary team, provide advice and support to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals on urological conditions, across both secondary and primary care.
The post holder will contribute to the positive experience of patients and carers living with urological conditions by working with the multi-disciplinary team across the Trust.
The post holder will promote safe, competent and evidence - based practice, in line with national objectives and within the clinical governance framework.
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time.It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main 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 documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Registered Nurse
- Nurse Education qualification
- Nurse Education qualification
Experience
Essential criteria- Urology experience
- Relevant experience at Band 5
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Proven clinical skills & sound knowledge in urology
- Knowledge of Cancer patient pathways including those of breach dates and timeframes for treatment
- Knowledge of Cancer patient Experience and ideas of how Barts Health can improve position
- Experience in delivering information to patients
- Clear understanding of clinical governance
- Understanding shared governance
Skills
Essential criteria- Excellent Communication Skills
- Approachable
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work alone and under pressure
- Presentation Skills (often have to present at MDT)
- Decision making skills
We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals’ who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful.
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Barts Health is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. The Trust aims to ensure as far as is possible that anyone, paid or unpaid, who seeks to work in our organisation and who gains access to children, is safe to do so.As such, you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check as part of the recruitment process if appointed to a post with direct access to children or vulnerable adults.