Macmillan Advanced Clinical Nurse Specialist - Breast

Location: Crosshouse

Macmillan Advanced Clinical Nurse Specialist – Breast

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Macmillan Advanced Clinical Nurse – Breast within our Cancer Services Department based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

Hours and Shift Pattern

18 hours per week – days to suit service/preferred candidate. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

What You Will Do

• The ACNS provides holistic care and support to patients and their families with breast cancers.
• Specialist nursing advice and care is provided throughout the patient pathway (including diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and end of life).
• The ACNS acts as a key worker as well as a core member of the multidisciplinary team.
• This is an exciting development opportunity for a nurse who seeks to further develop their skills, experience and career.

Knowledge, Training and/or Experience Required

• Registered nurse with considerable cancer experience.
• Relevant post‑graduate diploma or equivalent experience.
• Advanced clinical decision making and communication skills.
• Passion for quality improvement.

Full UK Driving Licence / Access To a Vehicle

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to this role.

Contact Information

Dr Caroline Rennie – Macmillan Nurse Consultant, Mon‑Thu  carol

Lynn Bryson – Macmillan ACNS Breast, Mon‑Thu  l

Additional Information for Candidates

You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Job Train.

DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.

Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.

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Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.

Legal and Work Permission

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is granted by UK Visas and Immigration. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.

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Job Details

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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