Clinical Nurse Specialist (Immunotherapy)

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking two Clinical Nurse Specialists to join their developing Immunotherapy service. The roles involve providing expert nursing advice, managing patient care, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes. Candidates should possess a registered nursing qualification and a passion for oncology care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience in oncology or immunotherapy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist nursing advice and support for immunotherapy patients.
• Develop and deliver coordinated immunotherapy services.
• Engage in audits, research, and policy development.

Skills

Specialist nursing advice

Patient assessment

Toxicity management

Clinical supervision

Policy development

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for two new roles to be part of the developing Immunotherapy service within JCCISM. The roles will work closely with the SACT/Immunotherapy Clinical Lead, SACT lead nurse, and ACP for Immunotherapy to deliver high-quality care and develop this growing service to ensure equitable care for patients in collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues and the primary healthcare team.

Role Overview

1. Work across all tumour groups within cancer services, providing specialist nursing advice, information, and support to patients receiving immunotherapy treatment and toxicity management.
2. Assist, support, and promote health to staff, while improving clinical practice, service provision, and patient-centered care.
3. Participate actively in the multidisciplinary team, networking locally and nationally for practice development, research, audit, standardization of patient information, and clinical supervision.
4. Work Monday to Friday across multiple hospital sites to meet service needs.
5. Develop and deliver a coordinated immunotherapy service in outpatient and inpatient settings.
6. Provide expert care, advice, and support to patients and carers on immune checkpoint inhibitors and manage immunotherapy-related toxicities, including patient assessment and caseload management.
7. Act as an educational resource for healthcare professionals, patients, and carers.
8. Collaborate closely with the specialist team to ensure up-to-date advice and timely referrals to improve patient outcomes.
9. Support the immunotherapy service by contributing to cost-effective, efficient, and quality care tailored to patient needs.
10. Engage in policy development, education, audits, research, and professional growth as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.

About South Tees Hospitals

The largest hospital trust in the Tees Valley, comprising two acute hospitals and community services. The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough is a major trauma centre offering comprehensive services, including a £35 million cancer care redevelopment, modern theatres, and educational facilities. The Friarage Hospital in Northallerton provides essential community healthcare with 189 beds.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Chizoba Nwanko
• Job Title: Advanced Clinical Practitioner
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]