Non-Surgical Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic registered nurse to enhance the care for patients living with and beyond cancer. This rewarding role involves working as an autonomous practitioner, providing essential support to patients in outpatient settings while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. You will play a crucial role in improving patient experiences, ensuring high-quality care, and addressing inequalities in cancer pathways. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to professional development and work-life balance, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance Policies

NHS Benefits

Flexible Working

Employee Support Programs

Qualifications

• Substantial post-registration experience in oncology nursing.
• Experience working with patients living with and beyond cancer.

Responsibilities

• Support patients attending NSO outpatient appointments and address their needs.
• Enhance continuity and coordinate care across multiple Trusts.

Skills

Oncology Care

Communication Skills

Patient Support

Multidisciplinary Teamwork

Driving License

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Post-registration Experience

Job description

This is an exciting time as we make changes to the way we deliver treatment to enhance the care for our patients who are living with and beyond cancer through direct on-site support, which will enhance patient experience, promote continuity, strengthen communication, and enable timely assessment and review of individual needs.

The postholder will work as an autonomous practitioner and provide direct support to patients receiving NSO outpatient care away from their usual, local hospital, identifying and addressing any supportive care needs.

The team is based at Weston Park Cancer Centre, but you will be expected to work flexibly across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw; therefore, you must be a car driver/owner with a full UK driving licence. The successful registered nurse will require substantial post-registration experience and must demonstrate experience working with patients living with and beyond cancer.

We seek a dynamic individual eager to support the development of this service. You will need excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity in oncology. Bring your passion and drive, and let us support you in making a difference in our patients’ lives.

Contact us today! Reach out to our recruiting manager, Kerry Hopcroft, and take the first step towards joining the fight against cancer. Together, we can make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work as an autonomous practitioner supporting patients attending NSO outpatient appointments, identifying and addressing supportive care needs, and communicating effectively with the CNS team for seamless care.
2. Support patients from each of the four Trusts outside the tertiary centre (Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster, and Chesterfield), acting as a point of contact to enhance continuity and coordinate care.
3. Operate as a cancer expert, assessing and responding to complex patient needs, and referring issues to the relevant CNS team.
4. Focus on ensuring patients receive high-quality, personalized care and support, and contribute to shaping a cross-system support framework involving key stakeholders.
5. Address known inequalities across NSO pathways and participate in remedial actions.
6. Improve pathway timeliness and coordination to promote a positive patient experience and ensure compliance with national Cancer Waiting Times standards.

This organization values and respects its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors, offering excellent staff benefits, including commitments to professional development and policies supporting work-life balance.

This vacancy is advertised on a fixed-term contract basis for 12 months due to external funding. The contract's continuation will be reviewed based on funding and organizational needs.

Any secondment must be approved by your current line manager.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Kerry Hopcroft
• Job title: Outpatient Matron
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

Alternatively, contact:

• Sadie Pickford
• Lead Cancer Nurse
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]