Job requirements
Essential
8 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- EXPERIENCE
Sufficient experience to have developed an understanding of disease management options and side effects in relation to haematological treatments
- EXPERIENCE
Evidence of continuing professional development
- EXPERIENCE
Demonstrate the ability to deliver advanced clinical skills in practice
- Education and Qualifications
Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Education and Qualifications
Relevant Diploma/Degree
- SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to a range of people
- SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Analytical and judgemental skills requiring critical analysis
- SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Basic computer skills
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- EXPERIENCE
Experience of implementing change
- Education and Qualifications
Recognised advanced communication skills training course
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated nurse to work as a member of our established Haematology team at the Wye Valley Trust, Hereford.
We are seeking an experienced registered nurse with an interest in haematological and or oncological conditions to join our team of Clinical Nurse Specialists. You will have an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge to contribute to the busy and diverse haematology out-patient services.
You will be supported by an experienced Haematology Nursing Team, Consultant Haematologists and an excellent administration team.
The team is focused on developing services to enhance the delivery of patient care. We have extended our nurse led clinic activity and you will be encouraged to support the team in taking these initiatives further. You would be supported both clinically and in your personal education needs.
The CNS team participates in MDT, in-patient reviews, consultant outpatient clinics, bone marrow biopsies, nurse led clinics and treatment monitoring reviews.
We support other health professionals within the Trust to ensure patients receive a high quality of care by providing specialist advice and education. Shared care pathways exist for patients between our team, primary and tertiary care and you will be a key communicator in co-ordinating treatment delivery and supporting patients and their carers/families.
Main duties of the job
- To function as a core member of the haematology team (in line with Improving Outcomes Guidance for haematological malignancies).
- As a member of the haematology CNS team working as a key worker for patients with a malignant or non-malignant haematological condition.
- To liaise closely with staff in the Macmillan Renton Unit regarding investigations treatment and follow up of this client group.
- As a member of the haematology CNS team undertake nurse led review of in-patients.
- Provide level 2 psychological support to Haematology patients and when appropriate, refer patient and organise clinic appointment for patient to have psychological review with Clinical Psychologist
- Develop and ensure that a variety of modalities of information are available to patients
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To view the full details of the job descriptions and main responsibilities, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Haematology Clinical Nurse Specialist with Wye Valley NHS Trust in Hereford, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 05 Nov 2026.
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