Specialist Nurse in HPB Cancers in Oxford

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

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Job overview

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustHepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Cancer Nurse Specialist

Do you deliver compassionate excellence? Do you want a new challenge? If yes, then read on….

An exciting 12 month secondment opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Nurse to join our HPB cancer team at the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

Our nursing teams are central to the delivery of excellent care to cancer patients attending the Oxford University Hospital. Our teams deliver a holistic approach to patient care using the latest technologies to support individualised assessments and care planning. You will work closely with other members of the specialist nursing teams, the wider MDT and cancer services, providing a service across care boundaries in liaison with primary and palliative care. You will be part of a wider team of cancer specialist nurses and be supported in your on-going development.

You should have:

• Significant relevant post-registration experience at Band 5/6
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience of multidisciplinary collaborative practice
• Understanding of leadership and organisational skills

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Specialist Nurse, within the HPB Cancer Specialist Nursing Service:

• Develop and provide comprehensive clinical care, specialist advice, and support to patients in the HPB Cancer Specialist Nursingservice.
• To work within the ACCEND capabilities framework and develop a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate Enhanced level working (see additional document for capabilities).
• Work as an autonomous, specialist practitioner alongside members of the multidisciplinary team in the HPB cancer service.
• Service specific skills, tasks or procedures required are advanced communication skills, delivery of holistic needs assessments and personalised care plans, clinical assessment and triage skills, wound assessment/ management, delivery of specialist dietetic advice excellent organisational skills, ability to co-ordinate care across other health care providers/Trusts, and ability to deliver specialised health and wellbeing advice, attendance, and participation in MDT meetings (training to be provided).
• Improve the provision of care by establishing strong communication links with members of the specialist multi-disciplinary team, in addition to liaising between primary and secondary health care teams. Influence the development of best clinical practice at local, network, and national levels.
• Participate in the education activities of colleagues to ensure all those involved in patient care have the appropriate knowledge and skills.
• Take on the role of key worker in accordance with National Standards, providing a point of contact and continuity for patients and their families throughout the patient care pathway. Work independently in the assessment of a patient’s needs, and by utilising appropriate assessment and history-taking skills, identify patients’ problems and needs.
• Develop and deliver a high-quality practitioner led clinic in the HPB cancer service alongside Band 7 CNS.
• Role will include line management and/or supervision of administrative and support staff in the service
• Be flexible within the HPB cancer specialist nursing service to ensure appropriate specialist cover

For full details see attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

Education

• Diploma/Degree nursing qualification
• NMC Registration
• Post graduate qualification or study in a relevant subject

Experience

• Knowledge of Cancer Treatments
• Evidence of multidisciplinary working
• Confident in own knowledge base, aware of learning needs and seeks guidance when appropriate

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tothe ten core principles

Oxford University Hospital s promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Please note that this job advertisement will close automatically once the application limit is reached, regardless of whether this occurs before the advertised closing date.

Band 5 NurseandBand 2 Healthcare Support Workerrecruitment iscentralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered fora number of rolesacross the Trust. If you have any questions please email: nursing.careers@ouh.nhs.uk .

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