Lung Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Norwich is seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse to fill the role of Lung Clinical Nurse Specialist, Band 7. You will provide expert nursing care for patients with lung cancer and related conditions while demonstrating strong leadership and coordination skills. This permanent, full-time position offers competitive pay and flexible working patterns, along with a comprehensive benefits package including NHS perks and support for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Free 24-hours confidential counselling support

Support in career development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on the relevant part of the NMC register.
• Post-registration experience in respiratory, thoracic, oncology or palliative care.
• Demonstrable leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert nursing care to patients with lung cancer.
• Coordinate care and provide navigation support.
• Promote professional development and governance.

Skills

Clinical expertise and patient care

Leadership and service development

Effective role model

Education

Degree in nursing or related field

Relevant post-graduate qualification in respiratory, thoracic, oncology or palliative care

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate, dynamic, and experienced nurse to join our specialist respiratory team as a Lung Clinical Nurse Specialist, Band 7 at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.

The NNUH lung cancer service is led by Dr Russell Phillips, a Nurse Consultant, and a team of experienced clinical nurse specialists. This role plays a pivotal role in delivering expert nursing care to patients with lung cancer, pleural disease and mesothelioma, requiring advanced clinical knowledge, leadership and coordination skills.

Key responsibilities

• Clinical expertise and patient care
• Care coordination and navigation
• Leadership and service development
• Advanced communication and psychosocial support
• Professional development and governance
• Research and evidence‑based practice

All staff are expected to act as a role model, consistently demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.

About Us

Join us at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff. The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first‑class acute care for around one million people in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and close links with the University of East Anglia.

We offer a full range of NHS benefits and additional staff rewards:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi‑faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service to NNUH Colney Lane
• Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
• On‑site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On‑site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Job Details

Date posted: 16 December 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: 7
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
Reference number: 234-25-G0541-A
Job location: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY

Professional Requirements

• Registered Nurse on the relevant part of the NMC register
• Relevant post‑graduate qualification (e.g., respiratory, thoracic, oncology or palliative care)
• Typical degree in nursing or related field
• Post‑registration experience in respiratory, thoracic, oncology or palliative care
• Demonstrable leadership skills
• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Additional Information

Applicants must have current UK professional registration and will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Skilled worker sponsorship is available upon request.

Employer Details

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich, NR4 7UY
Website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/