Urology Cancer Nurse Specialist (Band 6)

at  Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, motivated, and dynamic individual to join the Macmillan urology cancer nursing team. The role includes triaging fast track referrals and requesting diagnostic investigations. You will be responsible for supporting patients and carers at a new cancer diagnosis and support patients when they have had a cancer recurrence. You will develop skills in being able to autonomously follow up patients following their cancer treatment.
With the appropriate support and training we expect the individual to provide advice, information and support to patients, carers, and staff regarding all urology cancers. You will work as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring Patients receive the highest standards of care. You will be required to work in partnership with other cancer providers. The post holder will work with the band 7 team leader to develop and support the service.
1) To assist with the journey for patients with urological cancer and their family/friends ensuring a flexible approach and ability to participate in decision –making.
2) Assisting with the co –ordination of the service between all disciplines encompassing a multi disciplinary approach to care, offering expert advice and support, based on a good clinical and educational background.
3) To assist in the development of services to provide a holistic, supportive and coordinated service to patients at all stages of the care pathway.
4) To provide expert clinical skills and knowledge that will facilitate a high standard of care.
5) To work as part of a multi disciplinary team.
We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:
Cycle to Work
Travel Scheme
Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
Onsite Nursery
Buying and Selling Annual Leave
Car Leasing
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Health and Wellbeing
Extensive Reward Scheme
Counselling Service
Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.

OUR VALUES:

We understand that it’s down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience – we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:
Committed to Quality of Care
Compassion
Working together for patients
Improving Lives
Everyone Counts
Respect and Dignity
Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.
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