Oncology Nurse Specialist for Breast Care

4 weeks ago


Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist with extensive knowledge and experience in the field. This position involves working with both primary and secondary breast cancer patients. You will join a dynamic team within the Private Care sector of The Royal Marsden, which operates across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate should be passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. Strong clinical leadership, effective communication, adaptability, and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will serve as the primary contact for patients, guiding them through their treatment journey, which may include surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and/or radiotherapy.

You will collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team and Clinical Nurse Specialist group to provide tailored, evidence-based care.

Your responsibilities will include delivering high-quality, specialized nursing care and support for patients diagnosed with primary and secondary breast cancer.

You will act as a resource for both patients and the clinical team, offering comprehensive advice, information, and training regarding breast cancer management.

Conduct thorough nursing assessments to identify the unique needs of patients and their families, including holistic evaluations.

Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of breast cancer to facilitate collaboration with medical professionals, ensuring that patients and their families are well-informed about proposed investigations and treatments.

Detailed Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the training and development of nursing staff to enhance their skills for effective patient care.
  • Provide both informal and formal educational sessions, including academic courses and ward-based training.
  • Develop educational resources and teaching materials for patients and staff in clinical and educational settings.
  • Assess personal educational needs and stay updated with clinical and nursing advancements in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Council requirements.
  • Offer mentorship and support to new Clinical Nurse Specialists within the team as directed.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential Criteria

  • Current professional registration.
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Experience

Essential Criteria

  • Demonstrated relevant teaching experience.
  • Knowledge of clinical trials management.

Desirable Criteria

  • Significant post-registration nursing experience in oncology or a related specialty.
  • Experience in clinical management roles.

The Royal Marsden is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential.

Flu Vaccination Policy

To protect our immune-compromised patient population, it is expected that all patient-facing staff receive an annual flu vaccination, provided at no cost by the Trust.

Applicant Requirements

You must possess appropriate UK professional registration. This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require a Disclosure submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service.



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