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Clinical Nurse Specialist In Acupuncture | The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 15 August 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £54,320 - £60,981 per annum incl. HCAS (PRO-RATA for Part Time) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 September 2024 |
| Location: | Chelsea, SW3 6JJ |
| Company: | The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6569913/282-SB1246173 |
Summary
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is the largest comprehensive Cancer Centre in Europe and leader in the field of cancer care with successful record of innovation in nursing care, pioneering new treatments and development of anti-cancer drugs.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our proactive Pain Management & Acupuncture Team .
We are seeking an enthusiastic experienced and highly motivated clinical nurse specialist with passion for Acupuncture to deliver a safe and effective outpatient Acupuncture service, working alongside with our dedicated Pain Consultants to deliver a high-quality Acupuncture and Pain Management service across both Chelsea and Sutton sites. You will be expected to demonstrate excellent communication and clinical skills, with certified Acupuncture qualification and ability to work autonomously when required.
You would need to demonstrate leadership and management skills as a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist in Acupuncture.
Please note that this position will not attract a work permit or visa and so only applications from individuals already free to work in the UK without restrictions will be considered.
• This role will enable you to develop skills and knowledge within the Acupuncture and Pain Management Services with an aim to develop skills and knowledge within the Acupuncture
• This role will involve managing and developing a high quality Acupuncture and Pain Management Clinic alongside the Pain Consultants.
• The nurse will be responsible and accountable for the management of those patients he/she treats and refers/discharges in collaboration with the consultants, and working within established protocols and contributing to continued development, audit and education.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
• To support clinical care, by managing a patient caseload, with supervision, demonstrating assessment, planning, evaluation and support skills in all aspects of acupuncture and pain management and related care.
• Work closely and in collaboration with all other members of the Acupuncture and Pain Management Service acting as a role model for clinical staff.
• Together with the Junior CNS, liaise and co-ordinate with the consultants to provide a comprehensive acupuncture and pain service for patients. This involves undertaking treatments in acupuncture as an autonomous practitioner and to recognise limitations and seek advice and support from the multidisciplinary team as required.
This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Sep 2024
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