As part of our service development programme, the department is currently welcoming applications for a Band 7 CNS position within our Immune Haematology team to support our rapidly expanding service, which includes an adult, paediatric and transition services. The centre is part of the UK ITP forum network. This is an exciting opportunity to help expand this rapidly developing field. The applicant will work closely with the existing ITP CNS and will be responsible for the day-to-day management of patients with immune mediated haematology conditions with a particular focus on the development of a North West London clinical network for the management of Immune Thrombocytopenia. This post would be ideal opportunity for an experienced haematology nurse to enhance their leadership skills while acquiring expert knowledge pertaining to this highly specialised area of Immune haematology. This provides the post holder to provide leadership as well as develop and implement best practice across NWL. You will enhance practice and research capability, with the opportunity to provide professional clinical input to regional and national multidisciplinary research programmes. The post requires exceptional organizational skills, managing a patient caseload, working autonomously and as part of the wider MDT. Successful candidates must be highly motivated and forward thinking nurses who are interested in positively influencing clinical pathways for patients with immune haematology conditions.

Main duties of the job

At all times ensure that the needs of the patient are placed at the centre of care delivery. Where appropriate acting as a 'key worker' providing specialist nursing advice, care and support to patients with immune mediated haematology conditions. Facilitating high quality, individualized care to patients/clients and relatives/carers, both inpatients and outpatients in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team and in line with local and national targets.

To be responsible for the day-to-day management of patients with immune mediated haematology conditions with a particular focus on the establishment of a North West London (NWL) clinical network for the management of Immune Thrombocytopenia. Eight other local partner Hospitals, across a catchment population of 1.5 million, link with Hammersmith Hospital for ITP clinical guidance and advice. The strategic priorities of the Trust and NWL network are to achieve excellent patient outcomes and experience through integrated and financially efficient service models and eliminate unwarranted variation of care across the Trust and other NHS NWL partners.

To promote a culture that delivers patient centred care throughout the pathway, contributing to improved patient experience.

To act as a specialist resource for patients and the clinical team by providing comprehensive advice, information, teaching and training both within ICHT and externally.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration and a degree in related subject.
• Post registration qualification(s) in speciality or relevant subject (e.g. haemato-oncology, Immunology courses)
• Advanced Communication course and Level 2 psychological skills training. (or other essential speciality courses if not expected)
• Experience in relevant specialist area.
• Recognised teaching qualification or demonstrable teaching experience.
• An advanced practitioner through formal qualification and/or extensive clinical experience relevant to specialty.

Desirable

• MSc in related speciality
• Recognised physical assessment module at level 7
• Leadership course
• Quality improvement training
• Proven track record as specialist, with extensive professional portfolio of publication, conference presentation, research and clinical audit.
• Non-medical prescribing

Experience

Essential

• Relevant and substantial post registration experience at band 6 or above to speciality
• Experience of working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• Experience with managing patient relevant to specialist area
• Experience of teaching and assessing others.
• Experience of audit and service development.

Desirable

• Experience of leading and managing.
• Research experience.

Skills/knowledge/abilities

Essential

• In depth knowledge of speciality and use of evidence-based practice.
• Able to demonstrate advanced communication skills and manage complex situations.
• Able to manage difficult situations effectively.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Proven teaching and assessing skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to compile complex written information.
• Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office.

Desirable

• Ability to lead and influence change.
• Ability to design and deliver education programmes.

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Engages in reflective practice to facilitate learning and Maintain a friendly, caring, safe environment for staff, patients and visitors improvement.
• Flexible approach to working ensuring diversity and inclusivity.
• Able to demonstrate trust values in practice.

Other requirements

Essential

• Ability to work cross site.
• Ability to meet the physical and psychological requirements of the role.
• Has the ability to inspire and lead others.
• Approachable.

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

CA130_Anticoag, Haemophilia & Admin_2

Hammersmith Hospital

London

W12 0HS

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