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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 8A Acute Oncology Lead Nurse to join Aneurin Bevan University Health Board AOS service.  We are seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking  lead nurse for our team of 6 nurses who  deliver  care to acute oncology patients,  across ABUHB's four acute hospitals  in collaboration with oncology services provided by Velindre Cancer Centre. 

The role will be pan Gwent and cover, Royal Gwent hospital, The Grange University hospital, Nevill Hall hospital and Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as a highly skilled practitioner, with expert knowledge in  the side effects of oncology treatment. They will be a competent educator, a clinical leader and have the ability to maintain clinical excellence. A primary focus will be the continued development and implementation of the AOS improvement plan which includes, an integrated AHP and Nursing model, ambulatory pathways, and improved on site oncology care. 

You will join a, forward thinking and innovative management team who are committed to improving services for cancer patients in ABUHB.  You must demonstrate evidence of leadership  and be able to influence a wide audience of stakeholders.  A flexible approach and commitment to service development is essential for this post.

In return you will be supported to develop personally and professionally. Part of the ABUHB  cancer strategy  is research and innovation in practice and  you would be encouraged to engage in this activity.

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

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020.  Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.