We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Acute Oncology CNS with strong clinical and leadership skills who is passionate about providing high quality care.
We currently have an opportunity to develop your career within our Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist team and work with a highly skilled, motivated, and dynamic service to make a difference and improve the experience of patients with complications of systemic anti-cancer therapies and radiotherapy (early recognition, better treatment, early discharge). We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking individual who is flexible, self-motivated, and reliable, plus a good team player and leader to become a key member of the Acute Oncology Service here at the South West Wales Cancer Centre within the Swansea Bay Health board.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to have expert knowledge and be willing to continue to develop their practice as part of the Acute Oncology Service covering Singleton and Morriston hospital. They will have a responsibility for the management of the Acute Oncology and Haematology Assessment Unit ensuring patient safety is maintained at all times, giving expert advice and maintaining patient flow. They will also be responsible for advising the Oncology and Haematology telephone triage line and will provide managerial oversight of the band 6 team of CNS.
We offer a friendly and challenging working environment with a strong commitment to personal professional development. The Health Board offers many opportunities for further education and development.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK, we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
For an informal discussion or to arrange to visit the department, please contact:
Karen Phillips Deputy Head of Nursing Cancer Services
Interview date tbc
Person Specification
Qualifications & knowledge
* Registered Nurse and current NMC Registration
* Master's Degree or equivalent experience Specialist qualifications Expert level of knowledge in clinical speciality
* Knowledge of service improvement
* Able to undertake a literature search and critically appraise research papers
* Awareness of current developments within the NHS
* Advanced clinical skills
* Non-medical Prescribing (v300)
Essential aptitude and abilities
* Able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills
* Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others using good communication skills
* Evidence of undertaking presentations to groups
* Aware of professional issues and developments
* Able to manage time effectively
* Ability to use electronic systems - IT skills
* Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other essential
* Ability to travel within geographical area.
* Able to work hours flexibly to ensure maximum visibility of ACNS team.
* Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Childrens Barred List check
* Experience of participating in research
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.
£46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum (pro rata if part-time)
#J-18808-Ljbffr