This is a secondment opportunity for 9 months to cover maternity leave. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated senior nurse who is passionate about breast cancer to lead and support the development of the secondary breast cancer service at Swansea Bay University health board. Applications for this post are invited from experienced nurses who have had experience in breast cancer/oncology. We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking individual who is flexible, self-motivated, reliable, a good team player, and a leader. You should also have a degree and be willing to develop your academic and clinical practice. You should uphold excellent communication skills. You will play an active part in clinical practice, education, research/audit, and the implementation of national guidelines. Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work as part of a well-established dynamic breast multi-disciplinary team who provide specialist advice, holistic care, and support to patients, their relatives, and all members of the health care teams within the hospital. With the support of the team, you will lead and manage a caseload of patients with specialist needs. You will be required to lead, support, develop, and evaluate the breast cancer service to improve and maintain standards of patient care and promote a seamless service within a multi-disciplinary framework. The role covers a week day specialist service and the post is full time - 37.5 hours per week. We offer a friendly and challenging working environment with a strong commitment to personal professional development. The Trust offers many opportunities for further education and development. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK, we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity; whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together, and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh. Person Specification
Qualifications
Registered Nurse and current NMC Registration Master's Degree or equivalent experience Specialist qualifications Expert level of knowledge in clinical specialty Knowledge of service improvement Non-medical Prescribing (v300) Experience
Experience in the relevant specialty Experience of working in a multi-professional environment Experience of managing a ward area/department Experience of working with pre-registration nursing/midwifery students in a mentorship role Experience of participating in research Aptitude and abilities
Able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others using good communication skills Evidence of undertaking presentations to groups Awareness of professional issues and developments Able to manage time effectively Ability to use electronic systems - IT skills Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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