Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist in Head and Neck Care

3 weeks ago

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Full time

Job Overview

The Head & Neck department is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled professional to join our team on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave. Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is recognized for its specialized Oncology services, offering a wide range of advanced surgical interventions for head and neck conditions. The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) role is pivotal in guiding patients from initial diagnosis through to recovery after treatment, with a focus on the intricate management of altered airways.

Our service includes numerous nurse-led and collaborative outpatient clinics, working in close partnership with Dietitians, Speech Therapists, and Consultant Therapeutic Radiographers to provide comprehensive care for this distinct patient demographic. The position will involve collaboration with a Patient Navigator, another Macmillan CNS in Head & Neck, Cancer Support Workers, as well as a team of 9 head and neck surgeons and 2 Oncologists.

You will receive support from a Lead CNS and a Nurse Consultant specializing in Head & Neck care. Our specialized inpatient wards cater to both major surgical and oncology patients, and providing assistance to inpatients and ward personnel is an integral part of this role. Non-Medical Prescribing is a significant component of this position, and candidates must be prepared to pursue this qualification if not already certified. The Head & Neck team has consistently achieved high ratings in the National Cancer Patient Experience Survey, being recognized as the top-rated team in the Trust on multiple occasions.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Registered Nurse specializing in head and neck care to collaborate with our existing CNS team, delivering specialized nursing interventions throughout the patient journey for both head and neck and thyroid cancers.

Responsibilities include:

  • Leading nurse-led outpatient clinics for thyroid cancer follow-ups and Rapid Access Neck Lump Clinics.
  • Collaborating closely with Allied Health Professionals to facilitate Pre, Peri, and Post-treatment clinics, in addition to participating in consultant MDT clinics.
  • Conducting assessments and providing specialized care throughout the patient journey.
  • Serving as a Non-Medical Prescriber or demonstrating a willingness to undertake the necessary training, with a focus on expert symptom management for this patient group.
  • Managing patients with altered airways and ensuring safe transitions to community care, which may involve home visits.
  • Contributing to clinical audits and research initiatives, including participation in studies such as PETNeck2.

Working with Us

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals offers specialized head and neck cancer services to a large patient population across the Lancashire & South Cumbria region. Our unique model allows for the integration of major surgical and oncology treatments on the same site, enabling the CNS team to support patients throughout their entire care pathway.

Joining our team provides a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care, ensuring that we continue to deliver exceptional healthcare services across our communities. You will have access to diverse professional development opportunities, acquire new skills, and collaborate with dedicated medical colleagues who are supportive of the CNS team.

You will play a crucial role in enhancing patient experiences and outcomes, fostering innovation, and contributing to continuous improvement in our services.

Detailed Responsibilities

The role includes, but is not limited to:

  • Functioning as an autonomous Clinical Nurse Specialist.
  • Managing a designated caseload and coordinating care for that group.
  • Providing expert guidance related to specific conditions or treatment pathways, with a focus on enhancing patient care and service development.
  • Conducting holistic assessments, planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based care.
  • Offering specialized advice to patients, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
  • Performing specialized nursing procedures related to head and neck and thyroid cancers.
  • Contributing to workforce development through education and training initiatives.
  • Leading service enhancement within the team.
  • Engaging in research activities and clinical audits within the specialty.
  • Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure cohesive patient management.
  • Acting as a key worker for designated patients throughout their care pathway.
  • Supervising the delivery of a range of clinical and core nursing skills to meet both physiological and psychosocial needs.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Criteria

  • Valid NMC Registration.
  • Mentorship qualification.
  • Relevant post-registration qualifications.
  • Evidence of degree-level study related to cancer.
  • Completion of a leadership and development program equivalent to the Band 6 Leadership and Development program.
  • Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification or willingness to undertake training.

Desirable Criteria

  • Level 4 ILM (Institute of Leadership and Management) or equivalent.
  • Membership of BAHNON.
  • Evidence of degree-level study related to cancer.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential Criteria

  • Ability to perform clinical duties appropriate to the role.
  • Capacity to implement changes within nursing practice.
  • Understanding of Clinical Governance and Safeguarding and their relevance to practice.
  • Familiarity with relevant policies and procedures.
  • Awareness of ethical issues.
  • Evidence of clinical competence in the specialty area.
  • Knowledge of local and national Health and Social Care policy.
  • Experience in research activities.

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience in clinical management.
  • Understanding of the PDPR Process.
  • Evidence of working at a senior nursing level.
  • Experience in budget management.
  • Background in nurse-led clinics.
  • Experience in developing guidelines or protocols.
  • Experience in managing complex patient cases.

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