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Band 7 Breast CNS |Advert

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 7 Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team at Singleton Breast Care Unit.

The successful candidate will manage an independent caseload of patients undergoing breast investigations and those who progress onto the Breast Cancer pathway.  The post holder shall be working collaboratively with a range of health-care providers providing care and support for patients in the clinic setting providing an efficient and effective diagnostic service.

Main duties of the job

As part of the role you will be required to take part in clinical audit, research and continue to update your practice through evidence-based study and training.  The post will require you to use relevant I.T systems so I.T skills is advantageous.

The post holder must be able to communicate effectively, sensitively, and compassionately with often distressed patients and their families, when discussing cancer diagnosis and treatment. Clinical supervision is offered to all staff to support them with the psychological impact of the role.

It is essential for the applicant to have completed or in the process of completing the ENB A11 or Principles of Breast Care Practice.

The role requires a flexible approach to work, commitment, and the ability to prioritise your workload and work with the wider multidisciplinary team.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. 

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.