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The Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout.
Job summaryWe are recruiting for a Supportive/Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis to end of life care. The CNS - Supportive/Palliative Care will delivery across Harley Street Clinic, LOC and our site at UCH Grafton Way Building. Our team of Clinical Specialist Nurses along with the Lead Supportive/Palliative CNS will provide support as you deliver exceptional patient-centred care.
What you'll bring:
- Adult NMC Registration
- Higher degree (MSc) or equivalent in pain management
- Relevant post-registration qualification in specialist field
- Demonstrable management experience
- Significant exposure and experience to pain management
As a CNS Supportive/Palliative Care you'll be eligible for:
- 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
- Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
- Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
- Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
- Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Main duties of the jobThe Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout. This is often referred to as a key worker.
They care for patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment. They take a key role in supporting the patients during their treatment and are an essential member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The Clinical Nurse Specialist is a critical and consistent contact point for patients who often will need to interact with different parts of the hospital in order to receive optimal treatment.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will;
Build trust with the physicians and patients through multidisciplinary care coordination.
Assist in educating patients about their disease so they can make informed decisions about their care.
Provide emotional support to the patient, family and caregivers.
Signpost patients to support networks, internally and externally.
Advocate for the patient in development of the treatment plan.
Manage a caseload within their own scope of practice, with support from the wider clinical team.
About usOriginally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
Job description Job responsibilitiesThe Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout. This is often referred to as a key worker.
They care for patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment. They take a key role in supporting the patients during their treatment and are an essential member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The Clinical Nurse Specialist is a critical and consistent contact point for patients who often will need to interact with different parts of the hospital in order to receive optimal treatment.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will;
Build trust with the physicians and patients through multidisciplinary care coordination.
Assist in educating patients about their disease so they can make informed decisions about their care.
Provide emotional support to the patient, family and caregivers.
Signpost patients to support networks, internally and externally.
Advocate for the patient in development of the treatment plan.
Manage a caseload within their own scope of practice, with support from the wider clinical team.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout. This is often referred to as a key worker.
They care for patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment. They take a key role in supporting the patients during their treatment and are an essential member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The Clinical Nurse Specialist is a critical and consistent contact point for patients who often will need to interact with different parts of the hospital in order to receive optimal treatment.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will;
Build trust with the physicians and patients through multidisciplinary care coordination.
Assist in educating patients about their disease so they can make informed decisions about their care.
Provide emotional support to the patient, family and caregivers.
Signpost patients to support networks, internally and externally.
Advocate for the patient in development of the treatment plan.
Manage a caseload within their own scope of practice, with support from the wider clinical team.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential - Adult NMC Registration
- Relevant post-registration qualification in specialist field
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative
Desirable - Ability to lead and influence change
- Leadership and motivational skills
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential - Adult NMC Registration
- Relevant post-registration qualification in specialist field
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative
Desirable - Ability to lead and influence change
- Leadership and motivational skills
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details Employer nameHCA Healthcare UK
AddressLeaders In Oncology Care
95-97 Harley Street
London
W1G 6AF
Employer's website Job summaryWe are recruiting for a Supportive/Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to support patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis to end of life care. The CNS - Supportive/Palliative Care will delivery across Harley Street Clinic, LOC and our site at UCH Grafton Way Building. Our team of Clinical Specialist Nurses along with the Lead Supportive/Palliative CNS will provide support as you deliver exceptional patient-centred care.
What you'll bring:
- Adult NMC Registration
- Higher degree (MSc) or equivalent in pain management
- Relevant post-registration qualification in specialist field
- Demonstrable management experience
- Significant exposure and experience to pain management
As a CNS Supportive/Palliative Care you'll be eligible for:
- 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
- Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
- Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
- Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
- Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Main duties of the jobThe Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout. This is often referred to as a key worker.
They care for patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment. They take a key role in supporting the patients during their treatment and are an essential member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The Clinical Nurse Specialist is a critical and consistent contact point for patients who often will need to interact with different parts of the hospital in order to receive optimal treatment.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will;
Build trust with the physicians and patients through multidisciplinary care coordination.
Assist in educating patients about their disease so they can make informed decisions about their care.
Provide emotional support to the patient, family and caregivers.
Signpost patients to support networks, internally and externally.
Advocate for the patient in development of the treatment plan.
Manage a caseload within their own scope of practice, with support from the wider clinical team.
About usOriginally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout. This is often referred to as a key worker.
They care for patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment. They take a key role in supporting the patients during their treatment and are an essential member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The Clinical Nurse Specialist is a critical and consistent contact point for patients who often will need to interact with different parts of the hospital in order to receive optimal treatment.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will;
Build trust with the physicians and patients through multidisciplinary care coordination.
Assist in educating patients about their disease so they can make informed decisions about their care.
Provide emotional support to the patient, family and caregivers.
Signpost patients to support networks, internally and externally.
Advocate for the patient in development of the treatment plan.
Manage a caseload within their own scope of practice, with support from the wider clinical team.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for supporting patients throughout their illness, from pre-diagnosis onwards, so that the patient is well supported throughout. This is often referred to as a key worker.
They care for patients throughout their diagnosis and treatment. They take a key role in supporting the patients during their treatment and are an essential member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). The Clinical Nurse Specialist is a critical and consistent contact point for patients who often will need to interact with different parts of the hospital in order to receive optimal treatment.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will;
Build trust with the physicians and patients through multidisciplinary care coordination.
Assist in educating patients about their disease so they can make informed decisions about their care.
Provide emotional support to the patient, family and caregivers.
Signpost patients to support networks, internally and externally.
Advocate for the patient in development of the treatment plan.
Manage a caseload within their own scope of practice, with support from the wider clinical team.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential - Adult NMC Registration
- Relevant post-registration qualification in specialist field
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative
Desirable - Ability to lead and influence change
- Leadership and motivational skills
Person Specification
QualificationsEssential - Adult NMC Registration
- Relevant post-registration qualification in specialist field
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative
Desirable - Ability to lead and influence change
- Leadership and motivational skills
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer detailsEmployer nameHCA Healthcare UK
AddressLeaders In Oncology Care
95-97 Harley Street
London
W1G 6AF
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