Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced cellular/transplant nurse to join the cellular therapy team. The post holder will be managed by the Lead Ambulatory Haematology Nurse and supported by the Haematology Matron and Cellular Therapy & Transplant Programme Director. The post holder will have managerial reasonability for the two band 6 CNS's. The post holder will also be responsible for co-ordinating the treatment pathways for patients requiring CAR-T and Haematopoietic stem cell transplants within the Cellular Therapy Program at UHL, ensuring the provision of effective and specialised care to this patient group whilst working in close conjunction with the cellular therapy consultant team, lead haematology ambulatory nurse and apheresis co-ordinators.Main duties of the jobTo lead clinically in the development and co-ordination of pathways for patients undergoing autologous/allogeneic or cellular therapies such as Car-T.Responsible for on-going development and dissemination of policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.You will be accountable for safe, effective clinical practice working as part of a specialist team, supporting individual and team performance, ensuring efficient and effective use of physical and human resources, and will also provide / deliver a range of educational and training resources to health care staff and patients.To work as a clinical nurse specialist and effectively deliver an expert nursing service within the field of cellular (CAR-T) therapy.To manage a caseload of patients/clients referred for cellular (CAR-T) therapy and to act as a resource for patients, donors and their families, the multidisciplinary team and primary healthcare teams.Support the accreditation process to maintain JACIE standards and actively participate in the quality management programmeAbout usOur new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/Date posted22 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salaryxc2xa346,148 to xc2xa352,809 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number358-7064840-CHUJob locationsLeicester Royal InfirmaryLeicesterLE1 5WWJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesEnsure that the delivery of care to own patients and for all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Standards for Better Health.To ensure continuity of a high standard of evidence based nursing care, assessing health, health related and nursing needs of patients, their families and other carers by identifying and initiating appropriate steps for effective care. This can include:Managing a patient caseloadOrdering and coordinating diagnostic testsMaking and receiving referralsSetting up and running nurse led clinics where indicatedKey role in MDMsProfessional visible leadership and act as a role modelTo contribute to the process of informed consent, ensuring that patients receive appropriate information in a format that they understand, creating opportunities for further discussion as required.To attend MDT meetings if appropriate to the role ensuring all patients are representedContribute to the development of CMG and Trust policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and ensure compliance of self and others.Take due regard of the importance of the effect and consequence of the ward /care environment regarding its physical, psychological and social effects on patients and care delivery.To regularly review those clinical notes of patients requiring imminent admission, ensuring all assessments, diagnostic investigation and test results are up-to-date and in place to ensure a smooth admission processAccountable for administration and custody of medicines according to the Trust Policy, including safe administration of medicines, controlled drugs, intravenous drugs, transfusion of blood and blood productsPromote, develop and implement patient and public involvement activities in the ward area, leading to service improvement.Ensure that self and team members always act to provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promote quality, diversity and rights.Demonstrate safe, appropriate practice and specialist nursing advice using up todate knowledge and evidence. Make person centred, evidence-based judgements in partnership with others involved in the care process ensuring high quality care Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesEnsure that the delivery of care to own patients and for all patients when in charge meet the standards determined by the Standards for Better Health.To ensure continuity of a high standard of evidence based nursing care, assessing health, health related and nursing needs of patients, their families and other carers by identifying and initiating appropriate steps for effective care. This can include:Managing a patient caseloadOrdering and coordinating diagnostic testsMaking and receiving referralsSetting up and running nurse led clinics where indicatedKey role in MDMsProfessional visible leadership and act as a role modelTo contribute to the process of informed consent, ensuring that patients receive appropriate information in a format that they understand, creating opportunities for further discussion as required.To attend MDT meetings if appropriate to the role ensuring all patients are representedContribute to the development of CMG and Trust policies, procedures and clinical guidelines and ensure compliance of self and others.Take due regard of the importance of the effect and consequence of the ward /care environment regarding its physical, psychological and social effects on patients and care delivery.To regularly review those clinical notes of patients requiring imminent admission, ensuring all assessments, diagnostic investigation and test results are up-to-date and in place to ensure a smooth admission processAccountable for administration and custody of medicines according to the Trust Policy, including safe administration of medicines, controlled drugs, intravenous drugs, transfusion of blood and blood productsPromote, develop and implement patient and public involvement activities in the ward area, leading to service improvement.Ensure that self and team members always act to provide a personalised service to patients in accordance with agreed standards and promote quality, diversity and rights.Demonstrate safe, appropriate practice and specialist nursing advice using up todate knowledge and evidence. Make person centred, evidence-based judgements in partnership with others involved in the care process ensuring high quality carePerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Registered Nurse Level 1
• Degree in Health Related Subject
• Masters Degree or educated to Masters level through education
• Recognised Teaching and Assessing qualification
• Haemato-Oncology Course

Desirable

• LCAT Assessor

ExperienceEssential

• Extensive Post Registration experience in Haemato-Oncology including HSCT and Cellular Therapies

Desirable

• Clinical Trials/Research experience

Communication and Relationship skillsEssential

• Demonstrates evidence of strong leadership
• Organisational ability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Presentation Skills

Desirable

• ACST

Analytical Skills and judgementEssential

• Able to work autonomously
• Relevant clinical experience in transplantation and cellular therapy
• Good IT and Computer skills
• Experience of service development or managing change

Planning and Organisational SkillsEssential

• Proactive governance management including managing and mitigating risk

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• Registered Nurse Level 1
• Degree in Health Related Subject
• Masters Degree or educated to Masters level through education
• Recognised Teaching and Assessing qualification
• Haemato-Oncology Course

Desirable

• LCAT Assessor

ExperienceEssential

• Extensive Post Registration experience in Haemato-Oncology including HSCT and Cellular Therapies

Desirable

• Clinical Trials/Research experience

Communication and Relationship skillsEssential

• Demonstrates evidence of strong leadership
• Organisational ability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Presentation Skills

Desirable

• ACST

Analytical Skills and judgementEssential

• Able to work autonomously
• Relevant clinical experience in transplantation and cellular therapy
• Good IT and Computer skills
• Experience of service development or managing change

Planning and Organisational SkillsEssential

• Proactive governance management including managing and mitigating risk

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