Job summary
Part-time 30 hours per week. Permanent.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and reliable individual with experience and knowledge in skin cancer to join our team. The post holder will ensure that the patient has a supported journey by acting as their key worker and undertaking holistic needs assessments, at key points.
Main duties of the job
The Skin Cancer Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist will give support and advice to individuals diagnosed with Skin cancer providing holistic care and ensuring a seamless cancer journey and an excellent patient experience.
To work clinically, delivering and maintaining high standards of care and contributing to the multi-disciplinary team.
To support and contribute to the development and promotion of the nursing service ensuring the delivery of high quality, cost effective care.
Educate staff in understanding the care requirements of patients undergoing investigations and treatments and ensure that the physical and psychological needs of patients and their families are met.
About us
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our well established Cancer Specialist Nursing Team. Bolton has a comprehensive service offering a range of investigations and treatments for patients diagnosed with cancer.
You will work very closely with the Skin Cancer Clinical Lead and other members of the team within the dermatology department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will ensure that the patient has a supported journey by acting as their key worker and ensuring patients move through the cancer pathway in a timely manner.
The post holder will hold well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, and should also possess good facilitation and IT skills. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team, having excellent clinical skills to deliver exceptional standards of care for all patients and their families.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will ensure that the patient has a supported journey by acting as their key worker and ensuring patients move through the cancer pathway in a timely manner.
The post holder will hold well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, and should also possess good facilitation and IT skills. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team, having excellent clinical skills to deliver exceptional standards of care for all patients and their families.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General nurse with current valid registration
- Degree in related subject
- Cancer qualification
Desirable
- Advanced communication course
Experience
Essential
- Significant post reg experience at Band 5 or above
- Significant experience of working in skin/cancer care
Skills & Knoweldge
Essential
- Exemplar written communication
- Knowledge of skin cancer pathways
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General nurse with current valid registration
- Degree in related subject
- Cancer qualification
Desirable
- Advanced communication course
Experience
Essential
- Significant post reg experience at Band 5 or above
- Significant experience of working in skin/cancer care
Skills & Knoweldge
Essential
- Exemplar written communication
- Knowledge of skin cancer pathways
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
