Breast Care Support Nurse, 37.5 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 nurse to join the breast care nurse specialist working at both the West Cumberland Hospital and the Cumberland Infirmary.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a member of the multi-disciplinary team whose aim is to achieve a comprehensive service for women who have or fear they have breast cancer, that present through the symptomatic clinic and the NHS breast screening programme. The post holder will work closely with the CNS in providing ongoing support and advice for women with diagnosed breast cancer. An up-to-date knowledge of advances in treatments and care of patients with breast cancer will be maintained and practice will be underpinned with research and evaluated by audit. The role involves a commitment to participating in and development of educational programmes within the trust. The post holder has a responsibility to support the service manager in the development of corporate objectives.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout north Cumbria and beyond. We're responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Important Information
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows
if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
As part of one of the largest employers in the UK, NCIC future employees will have access to the following benefits: A lease car may be available for this position further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
These schemes are subject to availability.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
CPD portfolio NMC Code of professional conduct Professional leadership within an area of practice
Desirable
Audit and research in practice
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse with active registration ALERT or equivalent. Teaching qualification or equivalent
Desirable
Relevant development at level 3 or equivalent Willingness to undertake Breast Care Nursing course First level degree or working towards
Experience
Essential
Surgical experience Budgetary awareness Clinical supervision Minimum of 5 years post registration experience Experience of working within breast care or oncology
Desirable
Mentor to pre-registration nursing students. Counselling experience Advanced Communication course
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
Developed communication and interpersonal skills Able to act as a clinical supervisor, mentor and preceptor as required. Ability to work as a member of a team Able to use modified early warning score to identify patients at risk. Able to catheterise, perform venepuncture, IV cannulation, administer IV drugs, check drug dosages. Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.
Desirable
IT Skills Project Development Skills
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
WCH/ CIC
Whitehaven
CA28 8JG
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 nurse to join the breast care nurse specialist working at both the West Cumberland Hospital and the Cumberland Infirmary.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a member of the multi-disciplinary team whose aim is to achieve a comprehensive service for women who have or fear they have breast cancer, that present through the symptomatic clinic and the NHS breast screening programme. The post holder will work closely with the CNS in providing ongoing support and advice for women with diagnosed breast cancer. An up-to-date knowledge of advances in treatments and care of patients with breast cancer will be maintained and practice will be underpinned with research and evaluated by audit. The role involves a commitment to participating in and development of educational programmes within the trust. The post holder has a responsibility to support the service manager in the development of corporate objectives.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established on 1st October 2019, the Trust is creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout north Cumbria and beyond. We're responsible for delivering over 70 services across 15 main locations and we employ more than 6,500 members of staff.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Important Information
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows
if applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £18 + Administration cost of £3.85 = £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
Enhanced Check: £38 + administration cost of £3.90 = £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months.
As part of one of the largest employers in the UK, NCIC future employees will have access to the following benefits: A lease car may be available for this position further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
These schemes are subject to availability.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
CPD portfolio NMC Code of professional conduct Professional leadership within an area of practice
Desirable
Audit and research in practice
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse with active registration ALERT or equivalent. Teaching qualification or equivalent
Desirable
Relevant development at level 3 or equivalent Willingness to undertake Breast Care Nursing course First level degree or working towards
Experience
Essential
Surgical experience Budgetary awareness Clinical supervision Minimum of 5 years post registration experience Experience of working within breast care or oncology
Desirable
Mentor to pre-registration nursing students. Counselling experience Advanced Communication course
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
Developed communication and interpersonal skills Able to act as a clinical supervisor, mentor and preceptor as required. Ability to work as a member of a team Able to use modified early warning score to identify patients at risk. Able to catheterise, perform venepuncture, IV cannulation, administer IV drugs, check drug dosages. Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.
Desirable
IT Skills Project Development Skills
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
WCH/ CIC
Whitehaven
CA28 8JG
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
