Clinical Nurse Specialist

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer centre in Manchester is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide expert care for surgical oncology patients. The role involves collaboration with medical teams, patient education, and service development. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• RGN with a degree in nursing or health-related subject.
• Post-registration teaching & assessing qualification required.
• Experience in relevant clinical specialty and at Band 6 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive Key Worker role, assessing patient needs and planning care.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and report findings.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Assessment skills

Leadership

Counselling skills

Data analysis skills

Team working

Education

RGN

Degree in Nursing/Health-related subject

Post-registration teaching & assessing qualification

Counselling certificate/diploma

Job description

The Clinical Nurse Specialist works in collaboration with medical teams within a specific client group, practising to clearly defined protocols, and developing their scope of professional practice to meet the needs of the service.

The post holder will be expected to take up the Key Worker's role for patients undergoing plastic oncology surgery, providing specialist education, training, and information for patients and their carers, as well as other healthcare professionals. The post holder will contribute to the development of the cancer specialist nurse service and communicate with colleagues at referring centres and units to ensure a streamlined care pathway while providing holistic care to patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

We care for all surgical oncology patients pre and post-operatively within the Christie, working closely with the MDT to ensure safe recovery and discharge.

We are looking for an experienced, dedicated, and friendly nurse to join our team! Training and development support will be provided for those progressing in this role.

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients annually. Based in Manchester, we serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, with about 15% of patients referred from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy, chemotherapy, specialized surgery, and diagnostic services, and are leaders in cancer research with numerous breakthroughs and clinical trials.

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• Perform a comprehensive Key Worker role, assessing patient needs, planning, implementing, and evaluating care to ensure continuity and improve satisfaction.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams and referring units to ensure effective information transfer and continuity of care.
• Maintain advanced clinical skills and knowledge of diagnosis and treatment options.
• Assess postoperative plastic patients physically and psychologically in the Nurse-led plastics clinic.
• Develop and carry out individual treatment plans, contribute to care prescriptions, and perform clinical tasks.
• Maintain accurate patient records and report findings in line with governance standards.
• Use advanced communication skills with patients, carers, families, and team members.
• Involve patients and carers in care planning and service development.
• Apply evidence-based research to practice.
• Adhere to the NMC code of conduct and related guidelines.

MANAGERIAL

• Provide expert clinical knowledge to colleagues, patients, and carers.
• Supervise healthcare professionals and evaluate service delivery for improvements.
• Ensure effective resource use and promote safety and best practices.
• Participate in policy development and contribute to annual reports and peer review preparations.

EDUCATION & RESEARCH

• Identify learning needs, plan, implement, and evaluate educational programs.
• Participate in educating healthcare professionals and medical staff.
• Ensure compliance with mandatory training and revalidation.
• Address health targets and stay updated with professional knowledge.
• Engage in professional supervision and appraisal processes.

RESEARCH & AUDIT

• Undertake research, audits, and benchmarking to improve patient care.
• Disseminate findings through presentations and publications.
• Contribute to protocol development relevant to clinical specialty.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Develop teaching and presentation skills.
• Contribute to service improvement and quality enhancement.
• Promote equality and diversity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• RGN
• Degree in Nursing/Health-related subject or equivalent experience
• Post-registration teaching & assessing qualification
• Counselling certificate/diploma

Experience

• Post-registration clinical experience
• Experience in relevant clinical specialty
• Service development and change implementation experience
• Resource management skills
• Experience at Band 6 or equivalent in a relevant specialty

Skills

• Advanced communication and assessment skills
• Ability to work autonomously and exhibit leadership
• Counselling and protocol writing skills
• Data analysis and reporting skills
• Effective team working across boundaries

Knowledge

• Understanding of NHS policies and professional issues
• Evidence-based knowledge in clinical specialty
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Knowledge of current nursing trends and practices

Values

• Demonstration of organizational values and behaviors

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Lead nurse for Elective and Surgical specialties

£46,148 to £52,809 per annum, pro rata.