Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist

Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Overview

We are expanding our Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist teams at Imperial College Healthcare, offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to join our band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist role in either Haematology or Breast care. We are looking for candidates with a strong background in cancer nursing, preferably with previous experience as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, who possess relevant clinical expertise and advanced communication skills.

The successful candidate will work both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, delivering exceptional clinical care and enhancing patient experiences in our specialist cancer unit. This role may involve travel across three hospital sites.

Main Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, responsible for assessing, managing, and delivering care to patients.
• Act as a skilled advisor and resource for patients and healthcare professionals.
• Conduct holistic assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care across various settings.
• Engage in leadership activities to enhance service delivery and patient experiences.

Requirements:

• NMC registration and a degree in a relevant subject.
• Post-registration qualifications in a specialty related to cancer or palliative care at level 7.
• Completion of an Advanced Communication course and Level 2 psychological skills training.
• A recognized teaching qualification or demonstrable teaching experience.
• Substantial post-registration experience at band 6 or above in a relevant specialty.
• Experience working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, including teaching and assessing others.
• Familiarity with audit processes and service development.
• Desirable qualifications include an MSc or MA in a related specialty and experience in leading and managing research.

Benefits:

• Salary range of £58,133 to £65,261 per annum.
• Career development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.
• Participation in a staff recognition scheme.
• Optional benefits such as Cycle to Work schemes, car lease options, and season ticket loans.
• Membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff, and we welcome applications for flexible, part-time, or job share arrangements. Please discuss your preferences during the interview process.

For further information about this role, please contact Katie Bedborough, Macmillan Deputy Trust Lead Cancer Nurse, at [email protected].

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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