b Lead Pharmacist Critical Care & Anaesthetics

TN United Kingdom; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is seeking a Lead Pharmacist for Critical Care & Anaesthetics. This role involves leading a specialized team to deliver high-quality patient-centered care, particularly for those diagnosed with upper gastrointestinal cancer. You will play a pivotal role in shaping care standards, influencing patient outcomes, and providing professional leadership. Join a diverse team dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare delivery, where your expertise can make a significant impact on patient lives.

Benefits

London Living Wage

Diverse Work Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration required.
• Oncology or Haematology post-registration qualification essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Upper Gastrointestinal Clinical Nurse Specialist Team.
• Oversee nursing services within UGI and Lower GI services.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Decision-Making

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Education

Registered Nurse, 1st Level

Oncology or Haematology Qualification

Advanced Communication Skills Training

Counselling Skills Training

Job description

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b Lead Pharmacist Critical Care & Anaesthetics, Romford

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Client:

Division of Surgery – BHRUT NHS

Location:

Romford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job overview

The Upper Gastrointestinal service at Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative Nurse to lead the Upper Gastrointestinal Clinical Nurse Specialist Team. You will join a highly specialised Upper Gastrointestinal Team who delivers a high standard of patient-centered care.

We have a supportive culture for all staff and by joining us now, you can play a role in shaping our organisation that continues to put patient care first.

Main duties of the job

The Upper GI Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist (Lead CNS) holds a leadership role within the Trust, integral to the provision of a high-quality service for patients referred to the UGI service, including those diagnosed with UGI cancer. The Lead UGI CNS will be a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) within the Clinical Care group of Surgery, with additional responsibility for line management and professional leadership of the Upper and Lower GI Clinical Nurse Specialists. The post holder will oversee nursing services within UGI and Lower Gastrointestinal (LGI) services, with support from the Gastro Matron and Lead Cancer Nurse.

The Lead UGI CNS will demonstrate clinical decision-making skills and an ability to monitor and improve standards of care within the Upper GI service. They will influence patient care through clinical knowledge, teaching, and audit. They will equip primary carers with the skills and knowledge to facilitate high standards of care for all patients with upper GI cancer from referrals throughout their disease trajectory.

The Lead UGI CNS will participate in developing and implementing Integrated Care Pathways, protocols, etc. They will develop skills to act as a resource facilitator, educating and training staff and students to provide optimal nursing care.

Working for our organisation

We’re an organisation that is continuously improving. We were the most improved Trust in England for A&E performance in 2023/24; we’re no longer in special measures; and our Chief Executive, Matthew Trainer, was named the top CEO by the Health Service Journal. Our improvements are driven by a commitment to delivering high-quality care that satisfies our patients.

Our 8,000 staff come from 146 different countries, representing diverse backgrounds in the three London boroughs we serve. Many staff are from black, Asian, and minority ethnic groups. Over 400 staff are on apprenticeship programmes. We are proud to be a London Living Wage employer.

We operate from King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. Our facilities include two busy emergency departments, with over 300,000 visits in 2023, and state-of-the-art theatres and diagnostic centers. We plan to introduce an electronic patient record system next year to enhance patient care and streamline staff workflows.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more details, please see the attached full Job Description and Person Specification. Review all information carefully before applying, ensuring you demonstrate how you meet the criteria.

All new staff are subject to a probationary period.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• Registered nurse, 1st Level with current NMC registration
• Oncology or Haematology post-registration qualification
• Advanced communication skills training
• Counselling skills training

Appropriate UK professional registration is required. This role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.