Advanced Nurse Cancer and Palliative Care

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

The opportunity has arisen in Cowal for a registered General Nurse with an interest in cancer and palliative care to join our team. This is an opportunity for a highly motivated individual who wishes to provide specialist support to patients and families within Cowal.

As a cancer and palliative care nurse specialist you will provide expert advice, care and support to patients within the community, collaborating closely with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high quality, patient centred care. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a flexible and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide specialist advice on treatments, symptom management and anticipatory care planning.
• Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure delivery of patient centred care.
• Participate in educational and professional development activities.
• Support the delivery of palliative care services in the local hospital and community setting.

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