Cancer Nurse Specialist; Bank

Bank Cancer Nurse Specialist post in the cancer services team at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, working ad hoc to meet the hospital's needs rather than a set weekly pattern. The core of the work is assessing patients, building tailored care plans and acting as key worker across the on-site diagnostic and surgical cancer service, including clinics and multidisciplinary meetings. It sits within a consultant-led service with a breast cancer focus that is expanding into other specialities.

Fit depends on NMC registration and post-registration experience.

• Support the on-site diagnostic and surgical cancer service with in-depth cancer knowledge and skills
• Assess patients' needs and monitor their conditions, then provide tailored treatment plans and care
• Assist consultants in clinics and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Act as key worker and advocate for each patient, building their care needs and preferences into care planning
• Offer personalised, holistic support at key points in the cancer pathway
• Work with the MDT co-ordinator to join up care across medical colleagues, allied health professionals and external providers
• Signpost patients to community cancer support services
• Support clinical data collection and audit to maintain governance and accreditation
• Work within national and local protocols
• Work as an effective team member, building team and interdisciplinary relationships
• Maintain specialist cancer knowledge through continuing professional development
• Use advanced communication skills in all patient interactions

• Qualifications relevant to NMC registration

• Registration with the appropriate governing body, including NMC

• Post-registration experience

• Team player with a passion for exceptional patient care

• Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive
• Access to the pension scheme
• Discounted gym membership at £35.00 a month