Clinical Nurse Specialist (POON)

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent children's healthcare provider in Sheffield seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist (POON) to provide specialized support and care for children and young people. You will be responsible for managing your own caseload, delivering high-quality nursing care, and supporting families in both hospital and community settings. The ideal candidate should have significant experience and relevant qualifications in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology. This fixed-term position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Substantial recent post registration experience in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.
• Experience of providing clinical advice in relation to the specialist area.
• Ability to monitor and respond to changes in patient conditions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage own case load and provide specialist nursing expertise.
• Review patients post chemotherapy in the community.
• Administer medication, including chemotherapy and biological therapies.

Skills

Registered Children’s Nurse with NMC registration

Clinical governance knowledge

Effective communication skills

Mentoring nursing students

Education

RNC/RN8 degree or diploma level

Current NMC registration

Relevant post registration qualification

Tools

Good Clinical Practice GCP certificate

Job description

Go back Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Nurse Specialist (POON)

The closing date is 05 January 2026

Fixed Term (Secondment) (Maternity Leave Cover)

An opportunity has arisen to join The Paediatric Oncology Outreach Nurse Specialist Team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.

You will provide support and care for children and young people and their families by delivering high quality and specialist practical and emotional support for children and young people under the care of the Sheffield Principal Treatment Centre for Haematology and Oncology (PCT).

The Paediatric Oncology Outreach Nurse Specialist Team is responsible for the care of children and young people with malignant conditions in hospital and in the community providing patient‑centred care in the South Yorkshire North East Lincolnshire area.

About You

• Registered Children’s Nurse with the NMC registration and have substantial recent post registration experience in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology.
• Current Driving licence
• You will be required to undertake weekend work and participate in a 24 hour on call rota supporting young people receiving palliative care at home

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Specialist Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:

• You will manage your own case load and be responsible for organising and managing your work on a daily basis, providing specialist nursing expertise as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Reviewing patients post chemotherapy in the community
• Giving support to families, administering medication including chemotherapy and biological therapies, advanced symptom control at end of life, visiting school to support the child’s return to education etc.

About us

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top‑ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children’s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

*** This role has been assigned the occupation code 2237 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager [e-mail]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• RNC/RN8 degree or diploma level
• Current NMC registration
• Relevant post registration qualification as required for speciality
• 998 or mentorship / supervisor training
• Clinical skills and pathophysiology module (or willingness to undertake depending on role within speciality)
• Good Clinical Practice GCP certificate
• Non-Medical Prescribing (depending on role)

Experience

• Experience of providing clinical advice in relation to the specialist area
• Experience of determining appropriate solution to problems pulling on different information available
• Experience of planning provision of care for patients
• Mentoring experience with nursing students and training/development teaching of junior colleagues
• Experience of writing policies and procedures for different audiences

  Knowledge and Skills

  • Knowledge of clinical governance activities, including audit, benchmarking and quality improvement
  • Ability to dynamically risk assess clinical situations and respond appropriately
  • Ability to monitor and respond to changes in patient conditions effectively
  • Effective communication skills to provide guidance and education to patients
  • Ability to develop education and training programmes
  • Ability to build relationships for collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies
  • Skills in collecting and analysing data and using evidence based practice to improve patient outcomes

  Personal Attributes

  • Ability to respect the cultural, social, and religious diversity within society
  • Ability to manage complex and challenging situations with empathyAbility to adapt to different settings and patient needs
  • Access to transportation to travel around the city, region or country

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

  £38,682 to £46,580 a yearper annum pro rata, plus enhancements for on-call