Head of Cancer Nursing & Strategy

University Hospitals Dorset; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking a senior professional to lead cancer nursing services, governance, and strategic development. You will drive standards across the cancer care spectrum, aligning with national plans and ensuring credible stakeholder engagement across care groups.

The role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent experience, registered professional status, and proven senior leadership in acute healthcare, with a focus on transformation and change management.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional/Health Care Scientist.
• Master's degree or equivalent experience.
• UK professional registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quality, risk and governance of cancer services, ensuring it is reported at the highest level.
• Lead the development and implementation of a Trust-wide Cancer Nursing Strategy and present it to the Trust Board and national bodies.
• Lead strategic cancer nursing workforce planning to ensure staffing and skills now and in the future.
• Work with the Head of Cancer Services and Directors to align policy and ensure engagement with external partners.

Education

Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional/Health Care Scientist

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking a senior professional to lead cancer nursing services, governance, and strategic development. You will drive standards across the cancer care spectrum, aligning with national plans and ensuring credible stakeholder engagement across care groups.

The role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent experience, registered professional status, and proven senior leadership in acute healthcare, with a focus on transformation and change management.