Detailed job description
and main responsibilities
Essential (band 6)
1. registered nurse
2. experience in oncology
3. evidence of continuing professional development
4. excellent communication and organisational skills
Additional for Band 7
5. Significant post registration experience in oncology with some breast experience
6. Experience managing a complex caseload
7. evidence of service development or audit involvement
8. non-medical prescribing qualification (or willingness to undertake)
9. masters level study or working towards
Appointment at Band 6 will be made for candidates who demonstrate the core skills required for the CNS role. Progression to Band 7 will be supported through completion of agreed competencies within an 18-24 month framework.
For in depth detail please see attached job description
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
10. nursing qualification at degree or higher
11. nmc register
12. SACT qualification
13. advanced communication skills
14. Psychological support level 2 trained
Desirable criteria
15. recognised leadership or management course
16. masters qualification
17. physical assessment course
18. non medical prescribing
Experience
Essential criteria
19. oncology experience
20. Band 6 experience or above
21. SACT administration
22. evidence of triaging and managing acutely unwell patients
Desirable criteria
23. participate in nurse led clinics
Knowledge
Essential criteria
24. knowledge of oncology policies
25. managing oncological emergencies
26. awareness of national cancer guidance
Desirable criteria
27. awareness of accend and related competencies
28. leadership skills
Skills
Essential criteria
29. managing own workload
30. organised and flexible
31. ability to work in a team
32. IT awareness
Desirable criteria
33. leadership skills