Gynae-Oncology Cancer Nurse Specialist | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Poole seeks a Gynae-Oncology Cancer Nurse Specialist to deliver exceptional patient care. The role requires supporting patients with gynaecological cancers and involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should be enthusiastic and preferably have experience in Gynae/Oncology. Exciting opportunities await for nurses eager to make a difference in the lives of patients. The application deadline is January 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic nurse eager to support patients with gynaecological cancers.
• Previous experience in Gynae/Oncology is desirable.
• Motivated to learn and operate autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Manage patients affected by Lynch syndrome.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team working

Highly organised

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Gynae-Oncology Cancer Nurse Specialist Team at UHD. The successful applicant will work alongside the current Gynae-oncology CNS Team based at Poole. There may be a need to work with the Gynae-oncology team on the Bournemouth site to help support the patient pathway across both our areas to work towards developing a UHD Gynae-Oncology Cancer CNS Service.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, patient centred care to individuals with or at risk of gynaecological cancers.
• Identify, support and manage patients and families affected by Lynch syndrome, ensuring timely risk assessment, surveillance, education and coordination of care across the cancer pathway.
• Work closely with members of the Gynaecology Cancer Multidisciplinary Team, Primary and Tertiary Care.
• Operate autonomously within the team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Enthusiastic nurse keen to make a difference in caring for those experiencing a life‑changing diagnosis.
• Previous experience in Gynae/Oncology desirable.
• Highly organised, motivated to learn, with excellent communication and team working skills.

Location

Poole Hospital

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Sunday 4 Jan 2026

To understand the role in more detail please read the full Job Description and Person Specification documents which are attached to this advert.

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