Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist

NHS Jobs; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist to provide expert assessment, management and ongoing review of patients with suspected or confirmed lung cancer. You will act as a key worker for patients and families, offering continuity of care, information and advocacy.

You will work collaboratively with consultant teams to develop, implement and evaluate care plans, supporting decision-making and coordinating timely investigations, treatment and

Responsibilities

• Provide expert assessment, management and ongoing review of lung cancer patients.
• Act as key worker for patients and families, offering continuity of care and advocacy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate treatment and care plans.

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Practice

Provide expert assessment, management, and ongoing review of patients with suspected or confirmed lung cancer, ensuring holistic care needs are identified and addressed. Act as key worker for patients and families throughout the cancer pathway, providing continuity of care, advice, information, and advocacy. Utilise advanced clinical judgement and decision-making skills to coordinate complex care and facilitate timely investigation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. Provide specialist psychological support and communicate highly sensitive and complex information with empathy, professionalism, and compassion. Work collaboratively with consultant teams and multidisciplinary colleagues to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment and care plans. Support decision-making relating to treatment options, supportive care, advance care planning, ceilings of treatment, and end-of-life care. Facilitate referrals to appropriate statutory, voluntary, community, and specialist support services to ensure patients and carers receive comprehensive care. Provide specialist advice and support to healthcare professionals across primary, community, and secondary care settings. Participate actively in lung cancer multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing to treatment planning and service delivery. Work autonomously within professional competence, maintaining accountability for clinical decisions and specialist caseload management.

Leadership and Service Development

Act as a clinical leader and role model, promoting high standards of professional practice and patient-centred care. Support and deputise for the Lead Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist, where required. Contribute to the strategic development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist Service. Support implementation of local, regional, and national cancer priorities, policies, standards, and pathways. Lead and participate in service improvement initiatives designed to enhance patient experience, quality of care, and operational effectiveness. Work collaboratively across organisational boundaries to improve care pathways and integration of services.

Education and Professional Development

Develop and deliver specialist education, training, and support programmes for nursing, medical, and allied health professional staff. Provide informal and formal teaching, mentorship, and clinical supervision to support workforce development. Actively maintain and develop specialist knowledge and competence through continuing professional development. Support colleagues in developing skills and knowledge relating to lung cancer care, symptom management, communication, and supportive care.

Quality, Governance and Research

Participate in clinical audit, service evaluation, quality improvement, and governance activities to ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based practice. Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of policies, guidelines, and clinical pathways. Ensure timely reporting and investigation of incidents, risks, and concerns in accordance with Trust policies. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and legally compliant clinical records in accordance with NMC standards and Trust requirements. Support and promote research activity within respiratory and cancer services, facilitating recruitment and participation where appropriate.

Professional Responsibilities

Practice in accordance with the NMC Code, Trust policies, national standards, and relevant professional frameworks. Promote and maintain best practice relating to health, safety, safeguarding, infection prevention, and information governance. Attend and contribute to local, regional, and national meetings relevant to the role. Where qualified as an Independent Non-Medical Prescriber, prescribe safely and appropriately within scope of practice, maintaining competence and compliance with prescribing governance requirements.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust