Overview
Macmillan Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist – Permanent: 22.5 hrs (shared job). 22.5 hr/wk will continue after April 2025. Band 7. The post is based within Borders Macmillan Centre, Borders General Hospital, where opportunities for continuing professional development are supported. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated registered nurse to join the Macmillan Lung Cancer Nursing Service.
Working autonomously and utilising clinical expertise, the post holder will facilitate multidisciplinary working across professional boundaries in health and social care settings by providing a person-centred nurse led service; through investigation, diagnosis and treatment, supporting anticipatory care planning and bereavement as appropriate.
The ability to work independently and facilitate respectful team working across local and regional professional boundaries is essential. This includes representation and participation in weekly lung cancer multi-disciplinary team meetings and periodic South East Scotland Regional meetings.
Educated to or working towards Masters level qualification, with recent experience at Band 6 or above in a relevant clinical setting, the post holder will have excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills. The ability to work flexibly and cover annual leave, and absence on occasion is required.
For informal enquiries please contact Lynda Taylor, Macmillan Nurse Consultant Cancer, Borders Macmillan Centre 01896 826888.
Interviewers will be asked to give a 10 minute presentation on ‘The Role of the Macmillan Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist in a district general hospital’.
Interview date: Tuesday 3 March.
Additional information
* Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Any changes will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details please visit GOV.UK.
* To work in the United Kingdom, individuals must have permission to work. NHS Scotland Boards will check entitlement to work. This can be evidenced through visa types as well as EU settled or pre-settled status.
* For certain post types, sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa may be possible if the employer is a licensed sponsor and the post meets salary requirements. See official guidance for details.
* It is essential that applicants check they have the appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post is eligible for sponsorship before applying.
* PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications; please submit early.
NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and to eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for a workforce that is representative and respectful. Applications from all sections of society are welcomed.
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