Secondary Breast Care Nurse Specialist (Band 7) - Breast - 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust – Worthing, West Sussex
University hospitals Sussex are looking for an experienced, dynamic nurse, who is passionate about the patient experience and the delivery of quality, patient focused care, to join our cross-site team as a Band 7 Secondary Clinical Nurse Specialist, on a full time, permanent basis. Flexible working will also be considered.
The post holder will work cross site in both Worthing and Chichester.
The post holder will provide support and information throughout the cancer pathway. This may also include primary patients.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
The post involves acting as a key worker and advocate to patients diagnosed with secondary breast cancer, providing support and information throughout their cancer pathway, as well as participation in service development.
The successful candidate will be an experienced nurse who has had a previous clinical background in breast care and/or palliative care and the management of advanced disease. Advanced communication skills are essential.
University hospitals Sussex are committed to training and development of staff.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
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