Acute oncology Associate CNS

The post holder is designated an Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist within the hospital and will liaise within the health community to provide specialist advice to the following:- - patients and their relatives - carers - other health professionals within the Trust and community, tertiary settings. The post holder will work closely with the Acute Oncology CNS, Lead Acute Oncology Nurse, the Acute Oncologist and Medical colleagues to deliver a high-quality service to patients at Dorset County Hospital. To provide high standards of evidenced-based patient centred care to patients who present with acute problems relating to their cancer or cancer treatments. At Band 6 the role requires ensuring practices are delivered to the highest standard. An element of this there will be a requirement to complete the ACCEND pathways with an expectation that the post holder will demonstrate capabilities in practice (CiPs) at enhanced level. To enhance the patient experience by administering a holistic approach to patient care, providing leadership and clinical support to medical and nursing staff, acting as a role model within the scope of professional practice. To ensure patient safety remains paramount at all times, supports the Band 7 CNS team by undertaking and relevant assessments and making appropriate referrals. To use highly developed nursing knowledge and skills to provide high standards of evidence-based patient centred care respecting dignity and privacy. At Band 6 to work as part of the Acute oncology team, taking an active role in developing the service fit for the future, supporting development of the service. To contribute to service improvement programs and quality improvement initiatives, whilst demonstrating an ability to lead and implement new initiatives in line with local and national direction.

UKVI Sponsorship

This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.