21 Oct
NHS
Crewe
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Macmillan Cancer Support Worker to join the Dermatology team and be part of improving the service we deliver to our patients on a suspected cancer pathway.
CSW's operate as part of the cancer care team to improve care for people who have a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis.
The CSW will work under the direct supervision of the skin cancer nursing team at MCHFT.
Main duties of the job
To provide practical and emotional support to patients who are living with skin cancer or who have a suspected diagnosis.
Under the supervision of the Skin Cancer Nurses, deliver personalised care, including holistic needs assessments, care planning and care co-ordination.
To support the Skin Cancer Nurse team in the delivery of care and services to patients who are on the skin cancer pathway, under the supervision of the nurses; enabling delivery of care in line with the National Cancer Services Standards and the NICE guidelines for Skin Cancer.
To contribute to the development of information, advice in order to improve support to patients.
This role will allow the post holder to gain the clinical skills, supported by the Skin ANP/CNS, to enable them to provide advice and information on aspects of the patient's journey.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.
We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds,
with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.
The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.
During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.
The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients.
We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.
At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Date posted
18 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£26,530 to £29,114 a year pa - pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
412-DCSS-01651
Job locations
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate a professional approach to work and promote positive relationship with other departments with a multidisciplinary approach.Participate in meetings as requested by the skin Cancer Nurse Specialists,To maintain confidentiality at all times in line with Trust and Data Protection policies' To be aware of and comply with all requirements for Health & Safety procedures, and ensure Trust policies and procedures relevant to the area of practice are adhered to.
Full job description and responsibilities can be found within the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate a professional approach to work and promote positive relationship with other departments with a multidisciplinary approach.Participate in meetings as requested by the skin Cancer Nurse Specialists,To maintain confidentiality at all times in line with Trust and Data Protection policies' To be aware of and comply with all requirements for Health & Safety procedures, and ensure Trust policies and procedures relevant to the area of practice are adhered to.
Full job description and responsibilities can be found within the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience of basic Microsoft applications e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point etc
- Understanding of medical terminology.
- Awareness of the need for confidentiality in accordance with Data Protection Act and national / local guidelines.
- Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a cancer setting.
- Basic knowledge of lung cancer / lung disease.
- Knowledge of NHS computer systems.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate at all levels and in difficult circumstances.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with distressing information.
- Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in difficult situations
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks.
- Enthusiastic and hard working.
physical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to perform a wide range of duties according to the Job Description
- Good attendance record
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience of basic Microsoft applications e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point etc
- Understanding of medical terminology.
- Awareness of the need for confidentiality in accordance with Data Protection Act and national / local guidelines.
- Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a cancer setting.
- Basic knowledge of lung cancer / lung disease.
- Knowledge of NHS computer systems.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate at all levels and in difficult circumstances.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with distressing information.
- Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in difficult situations
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks.
- Enthusiastic and hard working.
physical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to perform a wide range of duties according to the Job Description
- Good attendance record
▶️ Macmillan Support Worker
🖊️ NHS
📍 Crewe