Senior Oncology Clinical Nurse Leader

4 weeks ago


Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, United Kingdom Hywel Dda University Health Board Full time

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will be a prominent figure in the oncology nursing field, bringing extensive expertise and innovative approaches to the position. Leadership experience is crucial, as this role entails overseeing the Health Board's Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Team, necessitating a strong role model who can mentor and inspire the team while exemplifying empathetic leadership.

Applicants should possess a proven track record of managing a patient caseload with minimal oversight within a non-medical framework, along with the flexibility to travel across various healthcare facilities based on service and patient requirements. The successful candidate will cultivate robust professional relationships with oncology professionals at the Cancer Centre, pharmacists, and local treatment unit teams, as well as community healthcare providers.

Key Responsibilities

In addition to leading the oncology CNS team, the successful applicant will actively oversee multidisciplinary clinics focused on managing treatment-related side effects, including virtual consultations, while collaborating closely with oncologists and pharmacy staff.

Welsh language proficiency is preferred for this role; however, candidates fluent in English are also encouraged to apply.

About Hywel Dda University Health Board

Hywel Dda University Health Board is dedicated to delivering comprehensive NHS healthcare services across multiple counties. Our diverse workforce of 12,000 professionals provides a wide range of services, including primary care, community health, and specialized treatments, to approximately 384,000 individuals.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

  • Registered General Nurse (RGN) with active registration
  • Master's degree or equivalent in Oncology or Cancer Nursing
  • Registered Non-Medical Prescriber

Desirable:

  • Completion of an accredited chemotherapy training program
  • Management training
  • Understanding of palliative care principles
  • IR(ME)R certification

Experience Requirements

Essential:

  • Extensive experience in Cancer/Oncology Nursing at a master's level
  • Strong counseling skills
  • Proven experience in the specialty area
  • Ability to make complex decisions
  • Experience in autonomous practice
  • Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams
  • Leadership and management experience

Desirable:

  • Management experience
  • Certification in counseling

Language Skills

Desirable:

  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)


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