NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Breast Care Nursing team as a Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist based at Gartnavel General Hospital, with cross-site responsibilities at the New Victoria Hospital.
The successful candidate will report to and work under the supervision of the Senior Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist in the breast cancer service. The responsibilities will include managing a caseload of patients and supporting them through complex treatment options from the diagnosis of early breast cancer to secondary disease. Following relevant training, the post-holder will be expected to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate programmes of care for breast cancer patients.
Exceptional communication skills are essential for engaging with patients, carers, and a diverse range of healthcare professionals. The ability to work effectively and flexibly is paramount. Additionally, the role requires the capacity to work autonomously, make clinical decisions and judgements, and provide specialist expertise at diagnostic clinics.
Applicants must be Registered Nurses on the NMC register and possess acute clinical experience relevant to the role, along with evidence of continued professional development. This position requires PVG Scheme Membership. As part of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's pre-employment checks for all appointed candidates, evidence of current NMC registration will be required prior to the start date. Candidates who are unable to provide confirmation of current NMC registration in line with the projected start date may not be shortlisted for an interview.
The Role
The role of the multi-disciplinary Breast Care Team is to work within an established centre of excellence, using current research based evidence, to manage and deliver a high quality service to patients and their carers. This encompasses providing all aspects of physical, psychological and emotional care to women with breast disease, from the stage of referral through diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation/terminal illness in the primary, secondary and tertiary care settings.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Permanent, Full time
Shift Pattern - Monday - Friday
Base location - NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde South Sector
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver structured pathways of care, using effective interventions at time of diagnosis, through the patient’s journey of treatments, rehabilitation, palliation and terminal care, based on the patient’s physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs.
* Use specialist knowledge to provide information and explanation of complex treatment options to support patients in making informed decisions.
* Act as a resource to the multi-professional teams across primary, secondary and tertiary care settings.
* Be able to evaluate and incorporate information gained from research and audit into clinical practice.
* Participate in the development of multi-professional colleagues.
* Support the senior CNS in facilitating the integration of general and specialist cancer nursing care through the sharing of evidence-based practice.
* Use effective electronic, manual and verbal communication systems.
* Demonstrate budgetary awareness and manage resources efficiently.
* Be accountable for own current practice and ongoing professional development in accordance with NMC guidelines.
* Identify areas of clinical practice, which may be improved through research and audit, and participate in setting up these programmes.
* Assist in the development of written patient information to support all aspects of care.
* Promote patient / carer independence through the provision of relevant information and education.
* Act as a specialist resource in collaboration with support and voluntary organisations.
* Act as the patient’s advocate through the application of ethical, legal and professional knowledge and specialist skills in the delivery of patient care.
* Demonstrate awareness of current Health and Safety Legislation and policies. Participate in the identification and reduction / elimination of risk, being aware of current protocols.
* Contribute to cancer nursing educational programmes in conjunction with further education establishments and universities, and participate in the delivery of education sessions to pre and post-registration nurses and allied healthcare professionals.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
* Registered Nurse (Part 1 or 12).
* Relevant degree.
* Relevant post-registration qualification/education in cancer care.
* post-registration experience.
* breast care experience.
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
* IT skills.
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
* Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
* Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
* Enhanced pay for working public holidays
* NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
* Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Ann Pearson, Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist - Ann.Pearson@nhs.scot - 0141 301 9856
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