Band 6 Metastatic Urology Oncology Nurse Specialist
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Due to the expansion of the team, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and compassionate cancer nurse to work in caring for patients with a diagnosis of a metastatic urological malignancy. You will lead and work with other inspiring cancer nurses caring for patients in our state of the art, Dyson Cancer Centre. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in delivering personalised care and support in a therapeutic, nurturing and holistic environment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of the urology multi-disciplinary team. They will be responsible for providing care and support for patients with a diagnosis of a metastatic urological malignancy and their families. They will work both autonomously and within a wider team including Oncologists, the existing Urology CNS team, clinical trials teams, palliative and end of life care teams and other members of the wider MDT. The post will include inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, nurse led face to face and telephone clinics. The post holder will act as a specialist resource throughout the Trust by providing expert advice, guidance, teaching and training.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
* Degree in Nursing
* Advance communication Skills module
Knowledge and experience
* 2 years experience in Oncology/Haematology/Urology/surgical experience
* Experience as CNS
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Salary: £35,392 to £42,618 a year Per Annum Pro Rata
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