Haematology Cancer Support Nurse
Job overview
To support the Clinical Nurse Specialist in the Haematology team to deliver excellent, personalised care to Haematology patients whilst developing your own skills and knowledge within the speciality.
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· To support patients in clinics alongside consultants- offering holistic care and support where necessary.
· To follow up with patient post clinic to ensure continuity of support.
· Managing the telephone enquiries of patients and their carers; prioritising, assessing and escalating as appropriate.
· To support the Clinical Nurse Specialist in the preparation of the nurse led clinics liaising with primary care providers to ensure all relevant medical details are available for the clinics.
Working for our organisation
Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust’s redeployment process.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
o Supporting the CNS and managing independently the care of patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions working within your scope of practice.
o With supervision provide timely assessment and clear, evidence based clinical management plans for these patients.
o Develop through training and experience, specialist haematology knowledge to underpin evidence-based care.
o To act as a point of contact for patients and their families and facilitate access to specialist nursing care and information.
o Provide telephone support/advice for patients, carers and other health care professionals and liaise with the MDT to ensure high quality appropriate care and management for patients.
o Act as an advocate for the patient and facilitate their involvement in decisions affecting their care.
Disclosure & Barring Check Fee
Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month’s salary. Volunteers are exempt.
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We recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview.
Early closure notice
We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications—please apply without delay.
International Applicants & Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring UK sponsorship are welcome where the role is eligible for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules.
Please note that not all roles will meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship. Eligibility is determined by factors including occupation code, skill level and salary thresholds in line with UKVI guidance.
Most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals require a visa to work in the UK. Candidates are encouraged to review current visa requirements and eligibility before applying:
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If applying from overseas, you may also be required to provide a criminal record certificate for any country in which you have lived for 12 months or more during the past 10 years.