OverviewAn opportunity for a highly motivated senior cancer nurse who is passionate about metastatic breast cancer to support metastatic breast cancer patients attending Frimley Park Hospital. The successful candidate may be required to work cross site.

Responsibilities

The post-holder will act as Keyworker and advocate for metastatic breast cancer patients, providing a link between patients and health care professionals across primary, secondary and tertiary care.

The post-holder will continually develop, implement and evaluate the Metastatic Breast Cancer Service to maintain and improve high standards of patient care and promote a seamless service within a multi-professional framework.

The post-holder will be a clinical expert in breast cancer and palliative care, with excellent communication skills.

The role requires the ability to work autonomously and independently but within an integrated collaborative team.

The post-holder will establish services with the aim of providing support and early referral to associated services for metastatic breast cancer patients, to include those undergoing cancer treatments.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience in breast oncology, SACT and palliative care.

Previous experience in a specialist nursing post at Band 7 level is essential.

Education to degree level and willingness to work towards a Master’s degree; commitment to continuing education and development of academic and clinical practice.

Advanced communication skills and experience of managing a caseload of patients.

Employer InformationFrimley 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 development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Flexible WorkingFrimley Health NHS Foundation Trust supports flexible working patterns and hours where possible to meet the needs of staff and services, promoting a healthy work-life balance for staff and the patients we care for.

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