Macmillan Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust · Dartford · £51657.00 to £58785.00 · onsite The Macmillan Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist will work as part of the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) Team to deliver exceptional quality, patient-centred care. They will support early, timely, and effective care for patients presenting with complications of cancer/treatment. The post holder will be an autonomous practitioner, able to assess, plan, and implement comprehensive care plans which reflect the individual needs of the patient. They will also provide advice and support to patients and clinical teams, triage acute oncology alerts, and provide direct input and advice. The ideal candidate will have highly developed communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information. They will be required to discuss all treatment options with sensitivity, knowledge, and expertise to help empower the patient to make informed choices and decisions where possible. The salary for this position is £51,657 to £58,785 per annum pro rata. Job Responsibilities: Play a pivotal role in the assessment and management of unwell cancer patients Reduce hospital admission and shorten the length of stay for those who require inpatient care Develop and operate a same-day emergency care service for oncology patients Person Specification: Nursing degree RGN - level 1 Teaching & Assessing Course Relevant specialist course Evidence of CPD Up-to-date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Knowledge of symptom management and holistic needs assessments Understanding of NHS England, National Cancer Programme- Achieving world-class Cancer Outcomes Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills Computer skills Excellent planning and organisational skills Advanced assessment skills Leadership skills Able to work autonomously and as part of a team Able to manage clinical caseload Experience: Minimum 3 years in acute setting, preferably 2 years as Senior Nurse within specialty Experience of oncology & palliative care management and knowledge of the disease process Experience of multi and interdisciplinary teamwork