Role Summary

The post holder will work within the Upper GI Cancer CNS Team and as part of the Upper GI MDT team, based at North Devon District Hospital. They will support the Lead Upper GI CNS and delegate for them where needed, including nurse led follow up clinics and meetings. 

The role primarily involves support for patients throughout the entire pathway for upper GI cancer and Neuroendocrine tumours. The upper GI Cancer CNS will give information and advice to patients regarding investigations, treatment, management of symptoms and side-effects. They will also provide emotional support for patients with the impact of their diagnosis and prognosis, including breaking bad news and discussion regarding prognosis and disease trajectory. They will support patients in Endoscopy, Upper GI and oncology clinics, on the wards and also over the phone. More details can be provided by contacting the Lead Upper GI CNS.

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