Clinical Nurse Specialist – Breast Health Job at Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic

Job Description

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is an integral member of the Blackrock Health Breast Care Team. The CNS will provide expert clinical leadership and support for patients with breast-related concerns, including breast cancer, benign conditions, and general breast health. This role is primarily focused on clinical duties, including the assessment, planning, development, and evaluation of care provided to patients and their families. The CNS will play a key role in liaising with other healthcare professionals, including surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and primary care providers, to ensure a seamless and comprehensive care pathway for patients.

Job Responsibility

Assess and manage patients with breast cancer, benign breast disease, and other related conditions, ensuring the best possible clinical outcomes
Develop personalized care plans, integrating physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of care
Provide direct clinical care, including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care
Monitor patients throughout their treatment journey, adjusting care plans as necessary based on individual needs
Act as a point of contact for patient concerns and queries, providing guidance and emotional support
Ensure all patients receive necessary information to make informed decisions about their care, including options such as breast reconstruction and other available treatments, empowering them to make choices that align with their needs and values
Ensure that all patient records are kept accurate, legible, and up to date
Educate patients and families about breast health, treatment options, and side-effect management related to breast cancer and other breast conditions
Lead and facilitate breast care education programs and support groups for patients and their families
Provide counselling and emotional support for patients dealing with breast cancer diagnoses, treatment challenges, and survivorship
Work closely with oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive, multidisciplinary care
Coordinate patient care across various services (e.g., surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, psychosocial support) to ensure a seamless patient experience
Attend and actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, providing input and feedback on individual patient care plans
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for nursing staff, providing expertise on breast care and complex patient management
Facilitate educational sessions and training for nursing and medical staff on the latest best practices and developments in breast care
Contribute to the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies to enhance the care provided to breast patients
Establish, implement, and continuously monitor standards of nursing practice to ensure adherence to best practice guidelines and high-quality care delivery
Represent the specialist service at local, national and international fora as required
Use specialist knowledge to support and enhance generalist nursing/midwifery practice
Participate in and contribute to clinical research projects related to breast care and oncology nursing
Identify opportunities for quality improvement within the breast care service and help implement initiatives to improve patient outcomes
Use evidence-based practices in care planning, focusing on a pathway approach that ensures high standards of care based on the latest research and clinical findings
Ensure clinical audits and evaluations are conducted to maintain high standards of care and patient safety
Contribute to the hospital’s accreditation and regulatory programmes on behalf of the breast care teams (JCI, HIQA).

Requirements

Registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI
At least five years recent post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital setting
Oncology/ Surgical Experience
A recognised level 8 post-registration Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major academic award relevant to the specialist area – Oncology Nursing/ Breast Care or Gynaecology, or be willing to complete same within one year of taking up post
Holds an up-to-date ACLS course or be in pursuit of same.

What we offer

Competitive salary
Onsite parking
Pension
Annual bonus*
Discounted café
Sports and Social club
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted onsite pharmacy

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