Job summary
The South Wales Sarcoma Service provides diagnosis, specialist treatment, care and holistic support for adults living across South Wales with suspected and confirmed soft tissue sarcoma.
We are aiming to recruit a Clinical Nurse Specialist who will join our existing multidisciplinary team. The post holder will be based in the South West Wales Cancer Centre in Singleton Hospital, providing a service for patients across the region, with a focus on sarcoma oncology in South West Wales. This an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse with existing or promising strong clinical and leadership skills.
Applications for full and part time hours will be considered.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work in partnership with the existing nursing and medical team, co-managing a clinical caseload of patients with suspected or confirmed soft tissue sarcoma, providing support along the whole diagnostic and treatment pathway, with particular emphasis on supporting patients living in South West Wales referred for oncological therapies. This will provide an excellent opportunity for someone to focus their nursing skills on direct patient care whilst working in a growing, supportive and ambitious team.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Experience of MDT working, autonomous working and care of people with cancer would be an advantage but those who can demonstrate extensive oncological or surgical knowledge and experience are also encouraged to apply. Knowledge or experience of sarcoma would be beneficial but is not essential. Candidates should have a clear understanding of the CNS role as clinical expert, leader, researcher and educator, be committed to specialist nursing practice and be able to demonstrate evidence of ongoing professional development. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, be committed to delivering high quality care and can work well as part of a team.
There is an expectation that the post holder will work closely with the wider sarcoma nurse team, based in Morriston Hospital, to promote and support development of the individual and to maintain continuity of care of patients managed by the specialist MDT.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Experience of MDT working, autonomous working and care of people with cancer would be an advantage but those who can demonstrate extensive oncological or surgical knowledge and experience are also encouraged to apply. Knowledge or experience of sarcoma would be beneficial but is not essential. Candidates should have a clear understanding of the CNS role as clinical expert, leader, researcher and educator, be committed to specialist nursing practice and be able to demonstrate evidence of ongoing professional development. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, be committed to delivering high quality care and can work well as part of a team.
There is an expectation that the post holder will work closely with the wider sarcoma nurse team, based in Morriston Hospital, to promote and support development of the individual and to maintain continuity of care of patients managed by the specialist MDT.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Essential
- Registered nurse & current NMC registration
- Bachelor's degree
- Proficient level of knowledge in clinical specialty
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of participating in change practice
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills
- Aware of professional issues and developments
Other
Essential
- Able to work flexibly to meet service needs
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Essential
- Registered nurse & current NMC registration
- Bachelor's degree
- Proficient level of knowledge in clinical specialty
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience of participating in change practice
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills
- Aware of professional issues and developments
Other
Essential
- Able to work flexibly to meet service needs
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).
