Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS Foundation Trust as a Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), where you will deliver expert, evidence-based care to Haematology patients and play a vital role in their health journey. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a supportive, compassionate team dedicated to enhancing patient wellbeing. You will engage in both community and hospital settings, ensuring seamless coordinated care.

Qualifications

• Experience in Haematology nursing is preferred.
• Ability to develop competencies within a specialty.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support and coordinate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist care to Haematology patients.
• Coordinate care services and address health concerns.
• Engage in professional development and competency building.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Clinical Coordination

Patient Care

Job description

Job Title: Haematology CNS

As an autonomous practitioner, you will be responsible for providing specialist, evidence-based care to Haematology patients in the hospital and within the area covered by Torbay and South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Travel to community hospitals for clinics, seeing patients, and liaising with colleagues.
2. This post is a developmental role in the specialty of Haematology nursing, dependent on the applicant.
3. Develop competencies within the specialty area, working within the departmental competency framework, and engaging in ongoing professional development.
4. Weekend and home working may be required to meet future service needs.

The Haematology (Malignant/Non-Malignant) CNS is a key member of the Haematology team at TSDFT. The role involves addressing patients’ health concerns, promoting their wellbeing, providing physical and emotional support, coordinating care services, and advising on clinical and practical issues related to their diagnosis. This aims to improve patient experiences and outcomes.

Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is one of the first vertically integrated organizations in the country, delivering acute and community health and social care services to a diverse population of approximately 375,000 people. Our integrated teams, specialist services, and partnerships with Primary Care, Mental Health services, Devon County Council, and the CCG enable us to deliver seamless, joined-up care.

Our Cancer team is vibrant and inclusive, composed of dedicated individuals working together to prioritize patient care. We are committed to compassion, empathy, and staff wellbeing, supporting our team through extensive wellbeing programs.

Why work with us? Check out our interactive booklet to learn more!

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Sam Brenton, Lead Cancer Nurse, Email: [e-mail], Tel: [phone]
• Lizzie Vincent, Haematology CNS, Email: [e-mail]