Gynae Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist Support | The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Telford, Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Telford is seeking a dynamic Band 5 nurse to join their Gynae Oncology Specialist Nurse Team. This permanent position involves supporting patients with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancers, advocating for optimal patient care, and working closely with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have a nursing qualification and compassion for patient care. Join a team driven by excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with experience in oncology preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support patients and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support patients on the cancer pathway.
• Act as keyworker for gynaecological cancer patients.
• Monitor patient care and coordinate with consultants.

Skills

Compassionate care

Holistic assessment

Nursing advice

Patient advocacy

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, hardworking, kind and compassionate Band 5 into a permanent position within our Gynae Oncology Specialist Nurse Team. The successful candidate will participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation of patient care for those with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancers.

Responsibilities

• Support CNS team in organising and delivering care to Gynaecology patients who are on the cancer pathway.
• Act as keyworker for patients with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancers providing specialist nursing advice to support patients and their families from the beginning of the pathway and throughout their cancer pathway.
• Work as the patient advocate, to help negotiate the patient journey and ensure optimum care is provided to each patient.
• To attend MDTs
• Frequent cross site working between Princess Royal Hospital and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
• Undertake individual holistic assessments at key stages in each patient’s pathways.
• To assist in developing an environment which supports the value of gynaecology care and participate in the monitoring of standards of care.
• Develop a clinical expertise in all aspects of care for gynaecology patients.
• Participate and support the consultants with the outpatient surveillance clinics for this group of patients.
• Monitor radiology and pathology requests and investigations appropriately ensuring correct staging and assessment is provided and initiate further assessment/review of treatment pathway as required.
• Make appropriate referrals to other members of the trust, community and primary care.

Location and travel

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. Frequent cross site working between Princess Royal Hospital and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

About us and values

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in. Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

Join us

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

This advert closes on Monday 6 Oct 2025