Skull Base/Neuro Oncology Nurse SpecialistNHS

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Skull Base/Neuro Oncology Nurse Specialist

Contract Type: Permanent

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a nurse looking to progress their career within Neuro Oncology nursing. You will work in the Neuro oncology team as a clinical nurse specialist providing follow up care and advice to this tumour patient group.

This will be a joint post supporting patients with both skull base tumours and primary brain tumours. It also includes hosting nurse led clinics and participating in research. You will join a team of professionals with expert knowledge in the investigation and treatment of patients with brain tumours.

The Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC) is one of the largest neuroscience centres in the country providing services to a population of 3 million people. Sitting within a large teaching hospital we are committed to maintaining high standards of care and developing our specialist services for the community.

The Wessex Neurological Unit consists of: Neurosurgery, Neurology, Acute Stroke, Spinal Service, Neurophysiology and Neuro OPD/ Pre-assessment.

Job description

The Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for the provision of specialist nursing care for a defined patient/client group, practicing autonomously as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team. Duties will include but not restricted to:

Working within a team to provide the safe therapeutic management of a defined patient / client caseload.

The identified key worker for a patient/client caseload to co-ordinate / oversee therapeutic treatment and care.

Work across professional, departmental and Trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient-centred seamless care, particularly relating to nurse-led care initiatives.

Provide specialist advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. Practice clinically in agreed care settings and support the Lead Neuro Oncology CNS regarding the overall management of the service.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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