Community Oncology Specialist | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth, Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bournemouth is seeking a part-time Oncology Nurse to join the Community Oncology Nurse Specialist Team. This role involves managing a caseload of cancer patients, providing specialist support and advice, and delivering training to healthcare professionals. Applicants are expected to hold a master's level qualification or be willing to complete one and have competency in SACT administration. The position offers opportunities to enhance care within the community and contribute to service development.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in oncology nursing with a strong commitment to patient care.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload effectively.
• Required competency in SACT administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage oncology patient caseloads independently.
• Provide high-quality specialist cancer nursing services.
• Act as an Independent Non-Medical Prescriber.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Non-medical prescribing

Advanced communication

Clinical decision-making

Training and mentorship

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in related field

Qualification in non-medical prescribing

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated oncology nurse to join our Community Oncology Nurse Specialist Team providing exceptional support and bringing care closer to home for cancer patients living in Poole, Bournemouth and North Dorset.

You will be at the forefront of service development and committed to improving care for patients with cancer and complex health/social needs in the community setting.

As an autonomous practitioner within our friendly team, you will independently manage your own caseload providing specialist advice and acting as a resource to others regarding cancer care and survivorship. Delivering training and education to community HCP’s, patients and carers is also part of the role, as is working collaboratively with colleagues across many disciplines.

You will also be a non-medical prescriber (having studied at master’s level or willing to undertake qualification) to help manage patients’ symptoms/treatment side effects and in the prevention of deterioration/admission. Competency in SACT administration is a requirement for this post as well as excellent clinical and advanced communication skills.

This is a part-time post (22.5hrs). Service hours are Monday‑Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as an autonomous practitioner, independently managing oncology patient caseloads, making critical clinical decisions, and reviewing, monitoring and managing patients.
• Proactively plan, co‑ordinate, deliver and evaluate a high‑quality specialist cancer nursing service within the community and across the primary and secondary care interface.
• Work as an Independent Non‑Medical Prescriber, able to take a history, assess, examine, diagnose and prescribe a management plan including medication, and monitor response to medication.
• Initiate, administer, evaluate and develop specialist community‑based cancer treatments.
• Formulate, monitor and evaluate evidence‑based standards and policies relating to cancer care.
• Work in partnership with other Health Care Professionals, service users and agencies to develop the primary care aspects of national agenda for Cancer Service Development and the local community needs.
• Provide educational training and mentorship to the generalist workforce in line with Trust requirements.
• Be responsible for the local and national dissemination of information pertinent to the development of the service.
• Represent the Trust at Cancer Alliance meetings in relation to the further development of community cancer services.

About Dorset HealthCare

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through outstanding joined‑up healthcare services. We run 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We have received an outstanding rating from the CQC, and 95% of patients report a good or very good experience.

Our 7,000‑strong workforce is committed to diversity, equal opportunities and celebrating inclusive workplaces where everyone can be authentic and be the best version of themselves.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over‑reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidate’s individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you use AI, it should enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [e-mail].

This advert closes on Thursday 11 Dec 2025.