We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to lead the Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer Nursing team at Harrogate District Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of the personalised care and support agenda for patients diagnosed with Upper GI cancer.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to provide professional and clinical leadership and management to the nursing team.
The post holder will be an integral part of the local diagnostic multidisciplinary team and develop strong links with the tertiary service to ensure streamlined patient pathways.
The successful candidate will undertake nurse-led clinics to support patients at all stages in their pathway, ensuring timely access to treatment and meeting their supportive care needs.
Access to further training and education appropriate to the role is actively encouraged and supported.
Main duties of the job
1. Provide specialist nursing care to patients with Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) cancer through personalised care and support planning.
2. Provide professional leadership and management to the upper GI Specialist Nursing team, working closely with the tertiary centre.
3. Be a practising health care professional with a current registration. During the course of their work, they will interact with patients over the delivery and provision of their care, which will involve judgements over a range of complex clinical issues.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust, we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Noreen Hawkshaw on 07986369943 or noreen.hawkshaw1@nhs.net.
Person Specification
Essential
1. Registered General Nurse
2. Relevant experience of working in Upper GI Cancer
3. Evidence of good communication skills
4. Leadership and management experience
Desirable
1. Advanced Communication Skills Training
2. Level 2 Psychology Training
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
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