Plastic Surgery Nurse (Skin Cancer)

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Frimley health NHS Trust are expanding the Skin Cancer team. We are looking to recruit a nurse with enthusiasm to learn new skills and develop our service. With a focus on providing holistic, evidence based, individualised care for skin cancer patients in an outpatient setting whilst, supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team, senior members of the skin cancer nursing and Plastic Surgery team. Expectations are to complete relevant training and development (internal and external) to gain the knowledge and clinical expertise required to care for post operative skin cancer patients. The post-holder will contribute to the development and ongoing evaluation of the skin cancer service, ensuring continuous improvement and maintenance of high standards of patient care. This will include active participation in audits and review of the national cancer patient experience survey to inform service enhancements. You will support the delivery of a nurse-led, holistic, and evidence-based service, tailored to meet the individual needs of skin cancer patients through personalised care and support planning. The role demands strong knowledge of skin cancer and excellent communication skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team. You will work independently to assess, plan, and deliver care, while collaborating within an integrated team to ensure seamless patient pathways. A key responsibility includes post-surgical wound assessment and dressing management, with the expectation to develop and maintain competence in these clinical skills through ongoing learning. The post-holder will also contribute to patient education, promote self-management, and support patients emotionally throughout their care journey. Commitment to professional development and adherence to clinical governance standards are essential to ensure the service remains responsive and patient-centred. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Please see the Job Description and personal specification for further information regarding the role and responsibilities Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Health Care Provider Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust by 2x Get notified about new Plastic Surgery Nurse jobs in Ascott-Under-Wychwood, England, United Kingdom . Oxford, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Chipping Norton, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Brackley, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Banbury, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Bicester, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr