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Job description

To bring evidence-based, holistic care to patients who are undergoing investigation, treatment or follow-up for the diagnosis of Urological Cancer. To provide nurse led clinics to support the Band 7 Uro-Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist. To act as an advocate for patients with Urological cancer. To be a resource for patients and their families throughout the phases of their illness. To co-operate in a team approach to improve the care of patients with Urological Cancer.

Responsibilities

• To be a member of the multidisciplinary team.
• To perform initial and on-going assessment of patient needs, including physical, educational and psychosocial aspects of care.
• To be available as the primary resource and nursing link between outpatients, community and the inpatient service.
• To develop an effective communication and continuing support system for the patient at the time of diagnosis.
• To act as an advocate and keyworker for patients undergoing investigation, treatment and follow-up of Urological Cancer.
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Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Registered on part 1 (general adult branch) of the NMC register.
• 2 years post-registration experience in urology / acute cancer environment.
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Further Information

Location: Altnagelvin Area Hospital, Glenshane Road, Derry/Londonderry, BT47 6SB Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum, pro rata.