Macmillan Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist inHarrogate inHarrogate PUBLISHED
TUE 19 NOV 2024
In addition to managing a caseload of complex cases, the Clinical Nurse Specialist will oversee the clinical nurse specialist team, facilitate patient education programs, and participate in business and quality meetings to enhance service delivery. The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to promoting self-management among patients with haematological malignancies. Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out to the designated contacts for further information.
A unique and very exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a full time Band 7 Macmillan Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist Team Leader at Harrogate and District Foundation Trust.
This role requires an experienced individual with previous experience of working within the field of haematology and be able to work autonomously and act as an expert resource for various clinical teams. You will be able to demonstrate leadership and management skills and be an excellent communicator.
The post holder will form part of a cohesive team of Haematologists, nurse specialists, advanced nurse practitioner and trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners who work closely with clinicians across the trust and the tertiary site in Leeds.
We have a specific vision to develop the service to meet the needs of the local community and want a motivated individual to join us.
For further information and to arrange an informal visit, please contact Gemma Brooksbank Matron for Haematology & Oncology via email - or Lucy Ward ANP & Lead Nurse for Malignant Haematology via email on
To practice as a clinical nurse specialist demonstrating good knowledge and competence in all aspects of care and treatment relating to Haematological malignancies & general Haematology
To implement a personalised care and support approach, and undertake care plans in consultation with all patients
Carry a caseload and responsibility for the management of complex cases
Communicate very sensitive condition related information to patients and relatives. This includes highly complex information that needs to be conveyed in easily understood language.
Provide line management and leadership to the clinical nurse specialist team
Support and Coordinate the Clinical Nurse Specialist service on a day to day basis
Facilitate in the overall business planning and development of the service including new and innovative patient pathways
Conduct and facilitate Patient Education Programmes to promote self-management for patients living with and beyond their cancer
Actively participate and contribute in the team's business and quality meetings.
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