Chemotherapy/ Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Spire Healthcare Ltd; Hove; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider in Hove is seeking a Chemotherapy/ Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist. This full-time role involves managing direct patient care, collaborating with multi-professional teams, and ensuring high standards of documentation and care. The ideal candidate will be a Registered General Nurse with extensive experience in cancer services. A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, including 35 days annual leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Employer and employee contributory pension

Private medical insurance

Free DBS

Qualifications

• Demonstrate considerable post registration competency in the UKONS 24 Hour triage tool.
• Post registration course within cancer care desirable.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct patient care and administer SACT.
• Maintain accurate documentation of clinical activities.
• Collaborate with professionals for patient care.

Skills

Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration

Extensive knowledge of cancer services

Excellent communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

SACT administration course UKONS accredited

Job description

Chemotherapy/ Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Chemotherapy/ Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist | Competitive salary - dependent on experience | Full time | Permanent | Brighton, Hove | Access to training and developmental opportunities

Main duties of the job

Management of direct patient care and to be responsible for a clinical caseload and safely administer SACT.To work closely with other site‑specific Consultants, CNS' and work as a team.Maintain accurate and concise documentation in relation to clinical activities.

About us

The Montefiore Hospital is a premium provider of private healthcare in Hove- East Sussex. We practice some of the most advanced treatments with the latest generation imaging and diagnostic technology. This means we can offer everything from screening, rehabilitation and cutting‑edge surgical procedures across a variety of specialist treatments which are all delivered through our expert and caring clinical teams.

Job responsibilities

Chemotherapy/ Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist| Competitive salary - dependent on experience | Full time | Permanent | Brighton, Hove | Access to training and developmental opportunities

The Montefiore Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Chemotherapy/ Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist to join their amazing team on a full‑time permanent basis.

The Montefiore Hospital is a premium provider of private healthcare in Hove- East Sussex. We practice some of the most advanced treatments with the latest generation imaging and diagnostic technology. This means we can offer everything from screening, rehabilitation and cutting‑edge surgical procedures across a variety of specialist treatments which are all delivered through our expert and caring clinical teams.

Duties and responsibilities:

The Chemotherapy/Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist will act as the clinical expert and professional resource to the multi‑professional team, patients and carers.

• Management of direct patient care and to be responsible for a clinicalcaseload and safely administer SACT.
• To work closely with other site‑specific Consultants, CNS and work as a team.
• Maintain accurate and concise documentation in relation to clinical activities.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies both within and out of the hospital setting to ensure patient needs are met, especially in relation to ongoing care needs and discharge arrangements.
• Provide professional support tocolleagues working within thecancer unitsetting.
• To offer patients a Holistic Needs Assessment at relevant points in their pathway. To provide a care plan and if identified referral to Level 3 or Level 4 psychological care providers.
• Provide specialist advice which is evidence based to deliver clinically effective care to cancer patients and their families in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Promote a culture of respectful relationships through professional role modelling conveying the principles required for nurses to improve the patients experience e.g. Pre‑SACT consultation, understanding and involving patients in their care.

Who we're looking for:

• Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of working at a senior level within cancer services and the administration of SACT
• Hold an accredited SACT administration course UKONS accredited
• Demonstrate considerable post registration competency in the UKONS 24 Hour triage tool
• Post registration course within cancer care desirable
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to organise work around competing demands on time
• Demonstrate that can work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate computer literacy skills including use of Microsoft Office software packages, internet & email
• Demonstrate knowledge/qualification in Haematology or willing to work towards

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Health Assessment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free DBS

Our Values

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion
• Keeping it simple
• Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

We commit to our employees well‑being through work life balance, on‑going development, support and reward.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of working at a senior level within cancer services and the administration of SACT
• Hold an accredited SACT administration course UKONS accredited
• Demonstrate considerable post registration competency in the UKONS 24 Hour triage tool

Experience

• Experience of working at a senior level within cancer services and the administration of SACT
• Hold an accredited SACT administration course UKONS accredited

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.