As an important healthcare provider, cancer specialist nurses provide expert care and support to patients and their families affected by cancer. The dedicated team of cancer specialist nurses across many areas of the Trust help to deliver knowledgeable and compassionate care to all patients throughout their cancer journey, from investigation to diagnosis, treatment and palliative care.
An individual’s cancer journey is often complex and involves interventions from multiple healthcare professionals. A cancer specialist nurse is an essential part in this process, helping to convey relevant information and advice sensitively, and liaise with other medical professionals involved in the patient’s care. They possess expert knowledge of the cancer group they specialise in, placing them in a key position to initiate and support treatment plans, coordinate symptom management and prescribe.
Having a knowledgeable and compassionate nurse central throughout every step of your treatment can be incredibly important to patients and their families, providing not only expert medical care but also emotional support and guidance, helping to alleviate some of the anxiety and uncertainty that often accompanies a cancer diagnosis.
National Cancer Specialist Nurses Day was a great opportunity for DBTH to recognise and appreciate the dedication and hard work of colleagues improving and supporting the lives of those affected by cancer. To mark this key date, Toni Peet, Manager of the Trust’s Chemotherapy Suite, alongside members of Macmillan, toured clinical areas with a trolley filled with treats and refreshments to thank colleagues for their hard work.
Lesley Barnett, Deputy Director of Nursing for Cancer at DBTH, said: “We are proud to have such a dedicated team of cancer specialist nurses at the Trust who work tirelessly to provide the best possible care to our patients. Their invaluable contributions to cancer care and improving the quality of life for our patients at all stages of their cancer journey deserve to be recognised and celebrated. We were delighted to have the opportunity to celebrate these inspiring colleagues on this special day.”
