Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist (Haem-Onc)

Job overview

The Dermatology Outpatients department is looking for an enthusiastic and competent Health care Assistant Band 3 to join the dermatology team based at Denmark Hill.

The post-holder will undertake a range of clinical activities under the indirect supervision of registered nurses. These include running Dermatology outpatient clinics, assisting in Minor Surgical Procedures, and weekly stocking up of clinics including the minor surgery theatres.

To actively support the nursing team and other MDT in the outpatient’s department in the clinics organising and managing patients flow and effectiveness of the various dermatology outpatients’ clinics.

The post holder will be expected to organise and prioritise their own workload and to assist colleagues in order to ensure a high-quality service is consistently provided throughout the department. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

The post holder must have competent computer skills as the post will require the successful candidate to use multiple computer systems. The unit has an excellent established nursing team who will be able to support and assist your development.

Main duties of the job

• The post-holder will be required to provide high quality clinical /nursing care to patients as identified by Registered nurses.
• Giving physical and psychological support to the patient throughout the appointment.
• Take patients' observations, including weight, pulse, respirations, Blood glucose monitoring and blood pressure and to carry out pregnancy and other routine urine tests.
• The post holder will be required to communicate with individual and groups of outpatients to advise them of matters arising during a clinic session, for example, waiting times and signposting patients to other department such as Blood test, Medical photography, Pharmacy etc.
• To perform specific tests for the medical and nursing staff, support/assist in minor surgery procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families/carers, recognising there may be a need to utilise alternative methods of communication. Where there are barriers to understanding, as required arrange access to information, support and other services to aid effective communication.
• Greet all patients and visitors to the department with courtesy and respect, being mindful of age specific body language and tone of voice. Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy.
• Maintain a high standard of personal behaviour, acting as a role model and ensure effective communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, families/carers and relatives.

Working for our organisation

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.

Our six strategic ambitions are delivering high-quality patient care ; creating a great place to work ; leading pioneering research, innovation and education ; building strong and successful partnerships ; providing timely and efficient care ; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability .

We have also agreed four new organisational values – Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative – and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

You will be able to perform the following:

• To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate
• Demonstrate encourage and assist patients in undertaking therapeutic activities within parameters of agreed care plans and under guidance of registered practitioners
• To monitor and record patient’s clinical observations, escalating appropriately to a registered nurse as required
• To assist with patient nutritional needs – eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patient’s needs
• To assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirements both written and digital
• Support enhanced care in line with trust Enhanced Therapeutic Observations and Care Policy
• To assist in the admission and discharge of patients including any necessary risk assessments
• To escort patients and families to other departments within the hospital as required
• Undertake electrocardiogram (ECG) recording and point of care testing (e.g. blood sugar, urinalysis)
• After appropriate training, to assist in the collection of specimens including blood samples (including fixed central lines and established arterial lines – specialist areas only)
• After appropriate training, carry out cannulation if required in the clinical setting
• After appropriate training, remove urinary catheters; empty drainage bags and accurately measure and record urinary output
• After appropriate training carry out simple wound dressings and assist in obtaining wound swabs
• To participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriate
• To ensure that equipment is clean at all times, stored safely when not in use and report faults as appropriate
• To assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical area (this may include the set up and calibration of devices e.g. ventilators, pumps – after appropriate training)
• To ensure that stock levels of linen, sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister/ward receptionist
• To assist in the maintenance and safekeeping of patient’s property in line with Trust policy
• To assist ward staff with general collection/delivery of items necessary to ensure effective operational management of ward/department
• To assist in performing the last offices as requested
• To ensure that all patients and relatives are welcomed and orientated to the ward environment
• To assist with the care of distressed or bereaved relatives
• To demonstrate an awareness of the different cultural, ethnic and religious needs
• To participate effectively in multidisciplinary case conferences as required

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Completed Care Certificate
• Completed Trust Band 2 Competency document (internal candidates only)

Desirable criteria

• Functional Skills Level 2 in Numeracy and Literacy or GCSEs Maths and English Grades A-C
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

• Significant experience within a care setting/environment

Caring Skills

Essential criteria

• Able to work on your own but follow the directions of care plans and members of multi-disciplinary teams.

IMPORTANT

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• Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust’s criminal records checking policy
• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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