Job summaryApplications are invited from enthusiastic and highly motivated clinical nurses to join our Acute Oncology Service as a Band 7 Clinical Nurse SpecialistThis role will offer the postholder the opportunity to develop their clinical skills in the rapid assessment and management of patients presenting with acute cancer or treatment related issues.We are keen to hear from enthusiastic cancer clinical nurse specialists who are keen to improve the management of patients with acute oncology emergencies and treatment complications.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will:Work as part of a team who provide specialist advice for the diagnosis, management, treatment and on-going care and support of cancer patients presenting with acute symptoms.Care for patients presenting with complex issues due to their disease or toxicities from the anti-cancer treatments.Be involved in supporting, advising and educating healthcare professionals within the trust, looking to streamline patient care and to improve patient care wherever possible.Collaborate with the medical team to facilitate patients' diagnostic pathway with those with a malignancy of unknown originWe are looking for applications from highly motivated nurses with an interest in Acute Oncology who can work autonomously and are able to lead and take the initiative on the management of urgent patient issues.About usUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)National Hospital for Neurology and NeurosurgeryRoyal National ENT and Eastman Dental HospitalsUniversity College Hospital Grafton Way BuildingRoyal London Hospital for Integrated MedicineUniversity College Hospital Macmillan Cancer CentreThe Hospital for Tropical DiseasesUniversity College Hospital at Westmoreland StreetWe are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.We are driven by our objective to offer the highest standards of staff and patient experience in the Cancer Division. We work closely as a team providing support to each other so we can work together to provide excellent care to patients that reflects the values of the Trust and how we would expect our own family and friends to be cared for.We can offer flexible working, and we offer a wide range of staff development opportunities to help you to develop yourself and your career.We are committed to equality and diversity recognising the unique contribution each individual can make to our team and patients.The Trust offers a number of staff benefits including season ticket loan, retail discounts, and the cycle to work scheme. This post is part of the Agenda for Change terms and Conditions with Annual Leave entitlement reflecting your length of serviceThe wellbeing of staff is a Trust priority and we offer wellbeing and psychological support services, and within Oncology team debriefs and wellbeing initiatives including complimentary therapy.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.Person SpecificationKnowledge & QualificationsEssentialRegistered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register.Relevant post-registration programmeTeaching/Assessment programmeDesirableLeadership development programmeManagement development programmeNon-medical prescribingClinical Examination ModuleClinical diagnostics Module.ExperienceEssentialSignificant relevant post registration experience in same specialty.Completed/completing Masters Degree or Honours Degree in Nursing, midwifery, research or ethics.CommunicationEssentialCommunicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats.Personal And People DevelopmentEssentialDemonstrates evidence of professionalDevelopment in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio.Experience as a preceptor/facilitator/mentorReflective in PracticeDemonstrates evidence of ability to educate others.Demonstrates up to date knowledge and expertise in the specialty.Evidence of ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously.DesirableEvidence of developing & leading nurse led services/initiative.Published articles / poster presentations.Service ImprovementEssentialPrevious experience in audit and evaluation.QualityEssentialDemonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance, e.g. risk management, audit.Commitment to quality initiatives, e.g. Nursing & Midwifery strategy, Trust top 10 objectives, CNO 10 key roles and relevant NSFs.Experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies.Experience in audit and evaluation of practice /services.Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needsEssentialArticulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical area; has clear vision of the role.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressElizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing (UCLH)25 Grafton WayLondonWC1E 6DBEmployer's websitehttps://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)