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Closest occupation match: SOC 2233, Registered specialist nurses. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.
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Role description
Job summary
Closing Date:21.09.26 (this may change dependent on response)
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: 22.09.26
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: 29.09.26
We have an exiting opportunity for maternity cover within our skin cancer team. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can work within our vast multi disciplinary team and also show initiative to manage their own caseload of patients for support with a skin cancer diagnosis.
The successful candidate will be fully supported in this role and be expected to attend advanced communication course and work towards the ASCEND cancer nurse pathway of competencies
There will be opportunities to work with our Plastic Surgeons and Dermatology Consultants. There will be regular liaison with our colleagues in Leeds and the wider WYATT group
Main duties of the job
To support patients through diagnostics and treatment for skin cancer
To support other CNS in the team with nurse led clinics and MDT's
To work with Consultants to treatment plan and support clinics for our patients
To work with wider team in cancer tracking and supporting conversations around diagnosis and regular support for patients and staff
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist-nursing care, establishing mechanisms by which each patient has a coherent and comprehensive management plan. These plans will be developed with the patient and carer according to their needs and include referral to other disciplines and services observing the principles of Holistic Care.
Works as part of the MDT fostering effective professional relationships to ensure effective communication and a seamless service for patients. This includes liaison with the other hospitals and and outpatients departments.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience, including experience of working with Oncology/ Dermatology patients
- Experience of assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients/service-users/staff demonstrating knowledge of specific needs
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
Desirable
- Experience in policy development
- Experience of developing innovative practice
- Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Report writing / Presentation skills
- Computer literate - ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint, etc.
- Clinical credibility
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Organised approach to work with ability to prioritise and delegate
- Mentoring and advanced communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups
- Evidence of reflective practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance both general and specialty related e.g. QST Frameworks, NICE etc.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS national targets and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service-users/staff)
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
Desirable
- Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training
- Knowledge of change management processes
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration(RN/RM/RN Child)
- Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience
- Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience
- Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP) or equivalent. Or an approved supervisor/assessor preparation accreditation
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
- Leadership or management development qualification
- Advanced communication skills qualification
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
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.
Applications 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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Lukes hospital
Little Horton lane
Bradford
BD5 0NA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk
