This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to build on their existing experience by joining the Lung Cancer Nursing Team.
Main duties of the job
The Macmillan Lung Cancer Nurses role is to support the Macmillan Lung CNS. in the provision of a comprehensive service that will include involvement in the investigation, treatment and follow up of patients with malignant lung disease, providing continuity and quality care. The Lung Cancer Nurse will provide support to patients being screened through the National Lung Health Check Programme.
To provide the population of Barnsley with the highest standards of care, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary teams.
About us
Barnsley is a place of real warmth and communityspirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, greattransport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above itsweight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration anddigital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation andemployability.
At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit,ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Ouraim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by ourpeople as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such ascompassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.
We offer a friendly working environment where youwill be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion andintegrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.
BarnsleyHospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fairtreatment to all applicants.
Forindividuals who require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health &care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert tocheck your eligibility.
The cost ofthe DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met bythe successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attachedJob Description and Person Specification for full details of the role andresponsibilities.
Person Specification
Values based Questions
- Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?
Skills and Abilities
- Effective communication/interpersonal skills
- Effective teamworking
- Ability to monitor, maintain and improve service delivery
- Quality benchmarking
- Cancer related experience.
- Counselling
Qualifications
- Extensive experience working at a senior level.
- 998 Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent.
- Evidence of post registration education and development towards degree level.
Knowledge and Awareness
- Knowledge of current healthcare issues.
- Nursing agenda
- Clinical Governance
- Quality audit and its application
- Best practice in speciality
- Statutory and professional requirements.
- Health and Safety
- Confidentiality
- Knowledge of lung cancer
- Knowledge of the lung cancer pathway
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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1934 - Macmillan Lung Cancer Nurse in Barnsley employer: Barnsley Hospital
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. With opportunities for growth in the healthcare sector, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality services while enjoying the benefits of working in a community-focused environment.
