Breast Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist inSouthampton inSouthampton PUBLISHED 17 OCT 2024
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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
UHS cancer services and teams are totally committed to the care and experience of our patients and their family. With a thriving community of practice for all cancer CNSs we ensure networking opportunities and the sharing of good practice. Our Specialist Breast Cancer Specialist Nursing team are central to patients' experience providing them with expert information and guidance, advocacy, care and compassion.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About usThe CNS working within this team would be encouraged to have regular clinical supervision; will have a tailor-made induction programme planned and will have the opportunity for ongoing development.
ABOUT THE TEAMThe Breast Cancer team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation trust is an exemplar service. The CNSs work closely with the Multi-Disciplinary team (MDT), the medical clinicians and ward teams to provide a holistic and patient centred service. You would provide support for patients throughout their cancer pathway from diagnosis, through surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The culture is one of inclusivity and mutual respect with a focus on continuing development and innovation. The speciality has a focus on research and wherever possible ensure that the patients have access to clinical trials.The service is based in the acute hospital trust during core hours Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays.
WHAT YOULL DOThe role will include practicing at an advanced level to provide in-depth knowledge on the care pathway and complex needs of patients with breast cancer and will include working clinically with patients and carers from the time of referral to provide specialist nursing advice and practical and psychosocial support including Holistic Assessment and a Personalised care plan.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FORWe are looking for a current senior Band 5 or a Band 6 senior nurse or CNS with relevant cancer, clinical or management experience to join our team.The successful candidate will be required to work 2 days a week from 8am-6pm (2 x 9.5hour shifts).
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
UHS cancer services and teams are totally committed to the care and experience of our patients and their family. With a thriving community of practice for all cancer CNSs we ensure networking opportunities and the sharing of good practice. Our Specialist Breast Cancer Specialist Nursing team are central to patients' experience providing them with expert information and guidance, advocacy, care and compassion.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
The CNS working within this team would be encouraged to have regular clinical supervision; will have a tailor-made induction programme planned and will have the opportunity for ongoing development.
ABOUT THE TEAMThe Breast Cancer team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation trust is an exemplar service. The CNSs work closely with the Multi-Disciplinary team (MDT), the medical clinicians and ward teams to provide a holistic and patient centred service. You would provide support for patients throughout their cancer pathway from diagnosis, through surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. The culture is one of inclusivity and mutual respect with a focus on continuing development and innovation. The speciality has a focus on research and wherever possible ensure that the patients have access to clinical trials.The service is based in the acute hospital trust during core hours Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays.
WHAT YOULL DOThe role will include practicing at an advanced level to provide in-depth knowledge on the care pathway and complex needs of patients with breast cancer and will include working clinically with patients and carers from the time of referral to provide specialist nursing advice and practical and psychosocial support including Holistic Assessment and a Personalised care plan.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FORWe are looking for a current senior Band 5 or a Band 6 senior nurse or CNS with relevant cancer, clinical or management experience to join our team.The successful candidate will be required to work 2 days a week from 8am-6pm (2 x 9.5hour shifts).
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