Job summary
The post of band 4 skin cancer coordinator is an exciting opportunity for the successful applicant to work as part of the skin cancer specialist nurse service.
The skin cancer coordinator is an essential part of the service in providing support to the specialist nurses in the provision of personalised care to patients following a skin cancer diagnosis.
The successful applicant will also work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team to coordinate patients pathways and ensure wherever possible that waiting time targets are met. The role will also provide the opportunity for patient contact by telephone and within the clinic setting as required to enhance the patient experience.
This role is offered on a fixed term basis of 6 months, applicants interested in a secondment opportunity are also encouraged to apply.
The role can be based at either York or Scarborough Hospitals but may require some travel to other trust sites dependent on the service need. The requirement to travel will be minimal.
Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the Lead Specialist Nurse Helen Pape on 01904 721719 or by email at h.pape@nhs.net to discuss the role further.
Interviews will be held in person ONLY at York hospital and remote interviews will not be offered.
Main duties of the job
To work as a valued member of the specialist nurse team in the provision of collaborative care to patients who have received a skin cancer diagnosis.
Act as the patient's initial point of contact by offering appropriate support or information as required or escalating to the cancer nurse specialist when indicated.
Coordination of the specialist nurse service to include planning of the daily clinical activity, nurse-led clinics and own caseload of patients.
To work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to coordinate patient actions as identified in the weekly MDT meeting or received via the team group email box.
Participation in holistic needs assessment clinics to follow up on initialcontact with patients and ensure the prompt delivery of personalised care following a skin cancer diagnosis.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Secondment
If you are applying for this position on a secondment basis you must seek approval from your current line manager prior to applying
May become permanent
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Secondment
If you are applying for this position on a secondment basis you must seek approval from your current line manager prior to applying
May become permanent
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent in core subjects or evidence of working at the equivalentlevel
Desirable
- Administration qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience within/ or understanding of the field of oncology
- Experience of working with cancer patients
- Experience of or understanding of waiting time targets
Desirable
- Experience of telephone triage and patient contact
- Administrative support for the clinical team including use of Microsoft office and experience of CPD
Team working
Essential
- Experience of working with multi professional teams
IT skills
Essential
- Proficient in the use of microsoft office.
Desirable
- Knowledge of databases and spreadsheets
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent in core subjects or evidence of working at the equivalentlevel
Desirable
- Administration qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience within/ or understanding of the field of oncology
- Experience of working with cancer patients
- Experience of or understanding of waiting time targets
Desirable
- Experience of telephone triage and patient contact
- Administrative support for the clinical team including use of Microsoft office and experience of CPD
Team working
Essential
- Experience of working with multi professional teams
IT skills
Essential
- Proficient in the use of microsoft office.
Desirable
- Knowledge of databases and spreadsheets
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.
