There is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated practitioner to join the Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Band 7) on a 1 year Fixed term contract to cover Maternity leave. You will be fully supported within your role and there will be enormous opportunities for you to advance and develop your knowledge, skills and confidence when caring for patients with cancer.
The purpose of the post is to manage and provide expert specialist clinical practice for both outpatient and inpatients (NHS and private patients). The CNS should be leading in the use of evidence based clinical practise in line with current research, guidelines and other available evidence. You should ensure that patients and their families are fully informed about their journey through the service (dependant on speciality). Utilise other members of the MDT when required to increase knowledge and skills to ensure delivery of reliable high quality care.
You will work autonomously, coordinating patient care and supporting patients with sarcoma and patients with metastatic disease requiring orthopaedic surgery.
At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:
Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."
At RNOH, we’re committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.
Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:
24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare
At RNOH, we are more than a workplace—we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.
The purpose of the post is to manage and provide expert specialist clinical practice for both outpatient and inpatients (NHS and private patients). The CNS should be leading in the use of evidence based clinical practise in line with current research, guidelines and other available evidence. They should ensure that patients and their families are fully informed about their journey through the service (dependant on speciality). Utilise other members of the MDT when required to increase knowledge and skills to ensure delivery of reliable high quality care.
Demonstrate comprehensive holistic assessment of patients utilising a variety of advanced clinical skills, while acting as a role model, in line with your Clinical Nurse Specialist role for your service.
Influence effective multidisciplinary teamwork and communication between health, social and voluntary organisations to deliver co-ordinated, seamless care.
Co-ordinate/manage any relevant clinics for your service or/and be prepared to develop such clinics to benefit your patient group.
Organise blood tests and other appropriate investigations for your speciality (dependant on your skill level and training). Interpret the investigation results (ensure red flags are noted) and make appropriate plan of care, liaising with consultant of the speciality/GP, as required, regarding future treatment and management dependant on your speciality.
Provide an effective and accessible telephone advice service for patients and families and their carers.
Ensure patient records are maintained in an accurate, legible, complete and timely manner.
Be available to offer advice on all aspects of your speciality, providing clinical advice and supporting Trust staff in meeting the standards and protocols in delivery of care for your speciality. Where appropriate give advice and support on your speciality to staff outside of the Trust
