Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Macmillan Skin Cancer Nurse Specialist within the Dermatology department of Cardiff and Vale UHB.
We are looking for a registered nurse with relevant experience in Dermatology and knowledge in skin cancer, to join a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team. The role will support the needs of patients with suspected and diagnosed skin cancer, ensuring safe and effective quality of care, whilst also contributing to the multi-disciplinary team meetings and liaising with other health care professionals.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of this role will be toensure holistic care is provided to patients diagnosed with skin cancer, to include being present at diagnosis, undertaking holistic needs assessmentsand working as a key worker for these patients.This will include signposting patients to the relevantservices and supporting them through their cancer treatment.
The individual will also be involved in education of patients and staff on the risks of developing skin cancer and employing preventative measures.
Education and research are a large part of this role and the successful applicant will have a positive influential impact on care across the clinical area.
You will be supported in your role and your development by the Lead Macmillan Skin Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist and the wider multi-disciplinary team.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current NMC registration
Desirable
- Independent prescribing/teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in dermatology
- Significant post registration experience
Desirable
- Experience of managing own caseload in relevant speciality
- Experience in cancer services
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written communication skills
- evidence of managing self development
Desirable
- Involvement in audit and research
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of special knowledge and skills in dermatology
Desirable
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of ability to motivate, influence change, support staff and evaluate services.
- Evidence of professional development
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current NMC registration
Desirable
- Independent prescribing/teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in dermatology
- Significant post registration experience
Desirable
- Experience of managing own caseload in relevant speciality
- Experience in cancer services
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written communication skills
- evidence of managing self development
Desirable
- Involvement in audit and research
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of special knowledge and skills in dermatology
Desirable
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of ability to motivate, influence change, support staff and evaluate services.
- Evidence of professional development
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
