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Are you an experienced cancer nurse looking to take a new step in your cancer nursing career? We are looking for a highly knowledgeable and experienced compassionate nurse with at least 5 years experience of working within cancer care and at least 3 years as a band 6 to join our integrated trust. We are looking for experience within a leadership role and be able to work autonomously in order to lead a small team based in Yeovil. You will also be required to travel to other sites across Somerset as part of your role. Informal visits/chats always welcome – contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise for you to come and visit! Main duties of the jobTo provide and maintain a high standard of evidence based, patient centred care. To demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and to develop excellent knowledge base required to work autonomously within the speciality, whist reflecting the philosophy of care. To support and develop the patient cancer pathway, using the systems in place in the department for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy. Experienced Band 7 post holders will also provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the Urology Oncology CNS team, in the absence of the Lead Urology Oncology CNS, which empowers staff to deliver patient- centred, evidence based nursing care. About usAtSomerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working optionsto help you balance work and life NHS pension schemefor long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowanceto recharge and relax A strong focus oncareer developmentto help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to ourBlue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster adiverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset?Somerset offers the perfect blend ofidyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , andbreathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities likeBristol ,Bath , andExeterjust a short drive away - and only two hours toLondon . The region is home to excellenteducational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Job responsibilitiesFor the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Person SpecificationQualificationsPost registration cancer related qualification. See Job description for additional information. Please see the attached JD. ExperienceAt least 5 years in cancer care with at least 3 years as a band 6. Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.#J-18808-Ljbffr