Cancer Information Nurse

London , Permanent      

Are you an experienced cancer nurse with a strong understanding of the issues that arise for people affected by cancer?

What will you be doing?

Join our team of Cancer Information Nurses working on our telephone helpline and online information service. We’re looking for experienced Cancer Nurses who can…

• Respond to enquiries from members of the public who have questions about cancer in an informative and empathetic way
• Provide information relating to all aspects of cancer clinical trials from patients and carers
• Work alongside the wider Cancer Research UK information and communications teams to contribute to the development and support of new information initiatives

Why this role?

Nurses are often thought of in traditional hospital based roles, but can work in a variety of settings over their careers. This is reflected in the different sort of work done by our nurses here at Cancer Research UK. Our Information Nurses answer around 12,000 enquiries a year from cancer patients, their relatives and people who are worried about cancer by phone, email and through our online forum. We get a great sense of job satisfaction and the role gives us a unique opportunity to expand our knowledge and develop our communication skills whilst helping the public directly in a tangible way.

Who we are looking for?

Join us and help Cancer Research UK provide excellent information on cancer through your...

• RN qualification with a solid foundation in cancer nursing to ensure an understanding of cancer, cancer treatments and the impact of cancer on the individual and family
• Have, or be working towards an additional qualification in cancer nursing i.e. ENB 237/diploma or degree in cancer nursing and evidence of ongoing professional development
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of the need for information provision for the individual with cancer, their relatives, friends and the general public

If you have not worked in information or helpline services before there will be plenty of support to help you develop into the role and will provide a great opportunity to enhance your cancer knowledge and communication skills.

If you want to be part of a team that supports people affected by Cancer then apply now.

Please ensure you answer all questions and upload a CV and a Cover Letter.

To discuss the role please contact Martin Ledwick on 0203 469 8326 or martin.ledwick@cancer.org.uk

Closing Date: 23rd August 2017

Interview Dates: TBC

*We welcome applicants looking for part time or full time work. Please state which you would like in your application. The service hours are 9 to 5 Monday to Friday. Part time workers must be available to work within this time frame and the established shift pattern

* From 2019, we will be relocating from our current offices in Angel, to a new office space in Stratford, close to the Olympic Park

Role Profile    

Candidate Pack - Cancer Information Nurse.pdf

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