The purpose of this role is to provide specialist oncology nursing advice, guidance, support and leadership. Work autonomously and manage own workload. Provide specialist education and training to Staff. The main focus of this role will be to support the care of inpatients, requiring specialist oncology advice during an admission to hospital. There will be occasional shifts that will require the post holder to support the Health Board Cancer Treatment Triage Line. This is a seven day working post and includes weekend shifts.
We are looking for a motivated Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the current team, providing excellent clinical skills and experience to review patients admitted with either complications of anti cancer treatment, complications of malignancy or new diagnosis of malignancy during an emergency admission., The post holder will be a key member of the Health Board with an opportunity to demonstrate leadership, innovation, negotiation and teaching. The post holder will have the ability to work under pressure, be keen to face challenges, be well organised and enthusiastic, possess good IT skills, excellent communication skills and be able to work as an effective member of a Multidisciplinary Team., The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers. Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
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Clinical Nurse Specialist - Acute Oncology employer: Hywel Dda University Health Board
Hywel Dda University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work environment where you can thrive as a Salaried GP. With a supportive multidisciplinary team and a focus on professional development, you'll have access to various growth opportunities while serving a diverse patient population in the beautiful setting of Solva. The blend of remote and face-to-face care ensures flexibility and innovation in your practice, making it a rewarding place to work.
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Hywel Dda University Health Board Recruitment Team
