Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist

at  University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Southampton lung cancer nurse specialist service.

5) DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION:

• Of self and others as per locally agreed education pathways.

WHAT EXPERIENCE/SKILLS ARE NEEDED:

As per the Person Specification you will be a Registered Nurse on relevant part of the NMC register, with a Degree qualification or equivalent 120 credits at L6.
For this post experience within cancer care and the field of lung cancer is desired, with evidence of working within a multi-disciplinary team. Education in advanced communication skills training or counselling skills is desired

You will provide specialist advice, information, education and support to patients, their carer’s and other health care professionals. You will be managing a patient caseload (with support where needed) and will act as a key worker and advocate for the lung cancer patients from the point of diagnosis. An integral part of the role will be to communicate to patients in a way that empowers them to make informed choices about their health and treatment.