Lung Cancer Care Navigator | Specialist Nurse

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Texas; On-site; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the Macmillan Lung Cancer Nurse in Upton, Wirral. Join the Lung Cancer Specialist Nursing team at Arrowe Park hospital to support patients and families from diagnosis through treatment and beyond, using advanced communication and psychosocial assessment skills.

The CNS will educate patients, carers and staff, act as a resource for the MDT, influence standards of care, and help patients navigate information and

Qualifications

• Provide education and specialist advice to patients, their carers and staff on cancer care.
• Set standards of care and influence the work of other professional groups.
• Work as a core MDT member to support the cancer pathway.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for patients and families from diagnosis through treatment and across the cancer journey.
• Use advanced communication and psychosocial assessment skills to identify and alleviate distress and refer onward as appropriate.
• Provide education and specialist advice to patients, carers and staff on cancer care and treatment options.
• Act as a resource for the multi-professional team and help define clear care pathways.
• Signpost to other professionals and agencies as appropriate and support patients in self-management.

Job description

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the Macmillan Lung Cancer Nurse in Upton, Wirral. Join the Lung Cancer Specialist Nursing team at Arrowe Park hospital to support patients and families from diagnosis through treatment and beyond, using advanced communication and psychosocial assessment skills.

The CNS will educate patients, carers and staff, act as a resource for the MDT, influence standards of care, and help patients navigate information and