Secondary Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job summary

You will act as a Keyworker for metastatic breast cancer patients providing a link between patients and health care professionals across primary, secondary and tertiary care and act as an advocate for patients/families.

Kingston and Richmond Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (KRFT) is pleased to be able to work in partnership with the Royal Marsden Hospital Medical Oncologists in the provision of breast cancer treatments.

You will ensure your role reflects the core components of the clinical nurse specialist which includes clinical practice, management/organisation, education, research and audit, taking into account the national cancer agenda and its impact on service delivery.

You will continually develop, implement and evaluate the Metastatic Breast Cancer Service to improve and maintain standards of patient care and promote a seamless service within a multi-professional framework.You will be a clinical expert in breast cancer with excellent communication skills. The role requires the ability to work autonomously and independently but within an integrated collaborative team.

KRFT breast cancer nursing team is an active member of the Pan-London cancer services network, and the post-holder will be expected to participate in the Pan-London Breast Care Nursing Group.

You will need to work on a full day on a Wednesday then either a Monday or a Thursday.

Main duties of the job

• You will work alongside the medical oncologists and collaboratively with the acute oncology service (AOS). You will refer to the specialist palliative care services where appropriate. Promoting a seamless pathway of care and prevent crisis, inappropriate admissions and reduce hospital inpatient stay.
• Develop and facilitate in Holistic Needs Assessment (HNA) clinics for patients at the point of recurrence or diagnosis of secondary disease, during treatment and at any point of when individual needs arise thereafter.
• Provide a physical /virtual presence and point of contact for patients with metastatic disease either in person or by telephone contact.

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston Hospital

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB

Employer's website

https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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