Cns - Haematology

Key Responsibilities Responsibility for a defined caseload of patients and will provide an effective and high quality patient-focused service that is sensitive to the needs of users and providers Organises, prioritises and evaluates workload based on accepted referral criteria and discharge criteria in line with operational protocols. Will provide clinical, social and psychological support to their patient group using advanced communication skills, education and health promotion to enable them to reach an optimum level of independence and health Will have responsibility for the delivery of specialist nursing skills within complex pathways and will be able to provide specialist advice and support to a defined caseload and to other health care providers Responsible for providing evidence based practice Will have responsibility for leading identified and agreed aspects of the service, in the development of care systems, protocols and guidelines working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and developing excellent interdepartmental relationships with excellent communication with a focus on quality improvement Will ensure cost effective use of all resources and appropriate governance management Lead and promote programmes of health education and health promotion relevant to service Work within national policy frameworks relevant to the service and trust local guidance Review, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations and point of care testing which may effect, change to individual care plans, liaising with appropriate medical staff where necessary Deal effectively and professionally with patient / service user issues collaborating with PALS as appropriate and take a proactive approach to resolving issues and learning from complaints To maintain accurate appropriate and concise patient records within agreed databases and electronic systems Contribute and lead the multi-professional approach in the management of patients / carers within the specialist area in relation to ongoing care needs Act as a resource for specialist knowledge for clinical staff on wards / departments Ensure effective multi
- disciplinary communication Provide mentorship and preceptorship as required to all staff in the team or students on placement Produce an annual report for the service and board reports / other reports as required Ensure you work within an agreed divisional work plan Responsible for managing staffing capacity and service need for effective clinical cover