Macmillan Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust; South Shields; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Macmillan Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust will work within the Acute Oncology Service to deliver patient-centred care, enabling timely and effective management of cancer-related complications. The role emphasizes autonomous assessment, planning and implementation of comprehensive care with strong collaboration across Emergency care physicians and palliative teams.

Responsibilities include triaging acute oncology alerts, advising clinical teams, and

Qualifications

• Nursing degree and registration.
• Oncology knowledge with palliative care experience.
• CPD evidence required.
• Master's degree in oncology preferred.
• Non-medical prescribing and advanced communication training valued.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage unwell cancer patients with focus on reducing hospital admissions.
• Contribute to development and operation of a same day emergency care service for oncology patients.
• Provide expert triage and input to clinical teams and patients.

Skills

Autonomous working

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Audit/research experience

Education

Nursing Degree

RGN level 1 Teaching & Assessing Course

CPD evidence

Master's Degree in Oncology

Management Course

Clinical assessment course

Non-medical prescribing

Advanced communication Course

Job description

Macmillan Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist

The post holder will work as part of the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) Team in the delivery ofexceptional quality, patient centred care; to support early, timely, and effective care for patientspresenting with complications of cancer/treatment.They will work closely with Emergency care physicians, Specialist Palliative care team and other CNS teams across the Trust.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be an autonomous practitioner, able to assess, plan and implementcomprehensive care plans which reflect the individual needs of the patient.They will also provide advice and support to patients and clinical teams as well as Triage acuteoncology alerts and provide direct input and advice.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer, creating a workplace where everyone can thrive regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or experience. We value different perspectives and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds to help us reflect the communities we serve and deliver the best possible care.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer guaranteed interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification.

Our Continuous Quality Improvement approach drives ongoing improvements to our services and helps us maintain high standards of patient care.

As an NHS employee, you may work with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage staff to keep up to date with COVID-19 and annual flu vaccinations to help protect patients, colleagues, and themselves, supporting our commitment to providing safe, high-quality care.

Job responsibilities

The post holder will play a pivotal role in the assessment and management of unwell cancerpatients, with a primary focus on reducing hospital admission and shortening the length of stay forthose who require inpatient care.They will be integral to the development and operation of a same day emergency care service foroncology patients.Values

The post holder will have highly developed communication skills, demonstrating the ability tocommunicate complex and sensitive communication.They will be required to discuss all treatment options with sensitivity, knowledge and expertise tohelp empower the patient to make informed choices and decisions where possible

Person Specification

Education and Training

• Nursing Degree
• RGN - level 1Teaching & Assessing Course
• Evidence of CPD
• Master's Degree in Oncology
• Management Course
• Clinical assessment course
• Non-medical prescribing
• Advanced communication Course

Knowledge and Skills

• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
• Knowledge of symptom management and holistic needs assessments.
• Understanding of NHS England, National Cancer Programme- Achieving world-class Cancer Outcomes.
• An understanding of national policy and current issues affecting cancer, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, target therapies, radiotherapy and its management
• Knowledge of current guidance and management of patients with acute oncological needs.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Advanced assessment skills
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Able to manage clinical caseload
• Experience of audit/research
• Experience of resource management
• Knowledge of Nurse Led Practice.
• Knowledge of Current management of patients with an acute oncological need

Experience

• Minimum 3 years in acute setting, preferably 2 years as Senior Nurse within speciality.
• Experience of oncology & palliative care management and knowledge of the disease process
• Experience of multi and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Experience of working with Cancer Care
• Experience of working in acute oncology/ chemotherapy.
• Development of clinical pathways
• Experience of clinical supervision

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.

£51,657 to £58,785 a yearincl HCAS per annum pro rata