Job Description

Are you looking for a new challenge? The Thoracic Surgery Nurse Case Manager (NCM) team is looking for a motivated, flexible and hardworking individual to join this progressive team.



University Hospital Southampton is a tertiary referral centre of excellence for Thoracic Surgery that works in collaboration with hospitals across the south of England. The Thoracic Surgery NCM role is an integral part of both the medical and wider health care team, involved in all aspects of patient care in the work up to surgery. The NCM role embodies the Trusts core values of patients first, working together and always improving.



The successful applicant will possess attributes akin to working within a dynamic multi-disciplinary team ethos. If you have a natural ability to demonstrate passion, dedication, and a real desire to help Thoracic patients live fulfilling lives, whilst prioritising personal goals and maintaining safe parameters, we look forward to hearing from you.



Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.



For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ' and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.



University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.



Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.



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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.



At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The Nurse case Managers provide support for patients from pre-operative pathway. You will liaise closely with other nurse specialists and MDT teams across the regions to ensure quality care throughout the whole of the patients' journey. You will undertake holistic nursing and medical assessments of Thoracic Surgical patients, including history-taking and physical examination, in the outpatient setting. You will also perform pre-admission assessment and clerking in preparation for surgery.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

The post holder will ideally have experience of supporting patients with Cardiovascular & Thoracic disease within primary or secondary care. They will need to be adaptable and flexible and work in varied environments across organisational boundaries. You will require a flexible approach to working patterns.



You will be expected to have excellent communication skills, promote the delivery of a high standard of patient-centred care and work between organisational boundaries. You will analyse, monitor, and implement actions that ensure the service delivery is safe and effective in line with the Trust values with the support of your colleagues and line manager.