We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, committed individual with a background in HPB/general surgery nursing to join our dynamic and friendly HPB (hepatobiliary) Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist team based in University Hospital of Wales. The HPB Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist role is varied and very much focused on the holistic care of patients with a HPB cancer, and supporting their families/carers.

The HPB Cancer CNS team is the tertiary centre for all HPB cancer services for South and Mid Wales, meaning patients are directed to Cardiff and Vale for all cancer procedures. The team is made up of 2 band 7 and a band 6 CNS. The wider HPB team includes four consultants, their medical team and their secretaries. Working together closely with the team is of upmost importance.

Main duties of the job

The Band 7 HPB Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist role requires good organisational skills, with a commitment to the development and provision of high quality nursing care. The post holder will use clinical expertise, leadership and management skills to provide specialist HPB cancer support, nursing advice, support and information to patients (in-patient and out-patient) and their carers/loved ones. The CNS would play a significant role in setting standards/guidelines, undertaking audits, service improvement initiatives, education of others and disseminating good practice. The post holder will need to be flexible and enthusiastic to meet the needs of an evolving service and developing role. A willingness to expand HPB cancer nursing knowledge is essential. The post holder will also work as an important member of the Multidisciplinary Team, acting as a keyworker for a group of patients.

If you think you have these skills and knowledge please apply.

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 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission isLiving Well, Caring Well, Working Together, and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide up-to-date evidence based care to patients with suspected or diagnosed HPB cancers by undertaking nurse-led clinics.

To ensure that the service remains efficient and fit for purpose by auditing practise and exploring new ways of working in line with current national/international guidelines and local policies.

To act as a key worker supporting patients and their families through diagnostic investigations, communicating results, breaking bad news, providing patient-centred follow up care and signposting to relevant services.

To work within a multi-disciplinary team, liaising with other health care professionals as indicated. To actively participate in weekly multi-disciplinary team meetings.

To support the rest of the HPB CNS team managerially in terms of annual appraisal, rostering, provision of in-house education and signposting.

To be responsible for providing ongoing education, training and support for staff within the UHB.

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

NMC Registration

Essential

• Evidence of professional registration
• Significant HPB/general surgery experience

Desirable

• Previous CNS experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of HPB/general surgery

Desirable

• Extensive experience in HPB and HPB cancer experience

education

Essential

• Masters level education being undertaken or will consider undertaking

Desirable

• Sucessful completion of masters and other practitioner level post reg training

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

001-NMR224-0624