Uro-Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist

NHS; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist in Urological Oncology at a leading independent sector cancer center. The role emphasizes delivering patient-centered, high-quality care while collaborating extensively within a multidisciplinary team to support patients throughout their cancer journey. Candidates should possess extensive clinical expertise in oncology nursing and demonstrate strong commitment and compassion.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme (up to 20% total annual contribution)

Private Medical Healthcare

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Season ticket travel loan

Family-friendly benefits

Wide range of discounts with various retailers/services

Access to further education and career development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in oncology or palliative care in an acute hospital setting (minimum 3 years).
• Experience in patient assessment, care planning, and clinical decision-making.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in a nursing capacity.

Responsibilities

• Undertake advanced patient assessment and advise on care or referrals.
• Empower Urological Cancer patients with information and support.
• Manage ongoing patient caseload within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical leadership

Advocacy

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Degree in Nursing

Post Graduate qualification in Oncology Nursing

Registered Nurse (NMC) with valid registration

Job description

The Uro-Oncology CNS plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care to individuals diagnosed with Urological cancers. Serving primarily as the patient's cancer keyworker, the post-holder provides expert clinical leadership, education, advocacy, and support to patients and their care partners.

Main duties of the job

* To undertake advanced patient assessment, advising on immediate care or referral for medical interventions, ensuring the prompt and effective management of patients.

* To serve the key role of Cancer Keyworker, empowering Urological Cancer patients and their partners with person-centred information and support, and where necessary facilitating communication and decision making between them and the multidisciplinary team

* To effectively manage an ongoing caseload of patients, working within the multidisciplinary team to facilitate care and refer patients to specialist professionals, as necessary.

* To proactively assist the team to develop and implement integrated care pathways for Uro-Oncology patients with the multidisciplinary team, especially within the Oncology pathway. To encourage the completion of the whole pathway at The London Clinic.

* To ensure liaison with the MDT Coordinator to ensure that patients are included in MDT discussion at all relevant timepoints within their care.

* To develop complex reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and analysis to inform health assessments, clinical judgements and to make decisions independently regarding the care and priorities.

* To complete Holistic Needs Assessment aimed at optimising Quality of Life whilst living with Cancer, at key points in the patient's pathway.

* To deliver the Cancer Recovery Package to all patients with a urological cancer diagnosis.

About us

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest independently owned non-profit hospital, with state-of-the-art facilities located on Harley Street. We have circa 1200 employees, a total of 8 premises, and we are dedicated to providing the best, personalised healthcare with a breadth of surgical and medical expertise. Our main hospital spans 8 floors comprising of 234 beds and 10 theatres. Other premises include, The Duchess of Devonshire Wing (Cancer Centre), The London Clinic Eye Centre and 4 premises providing consulting room suites and diagnostic services.

Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist in Urological Oncology to join our Cancer Care team. This role is a based in our Oncology wing at our main hospital in Central London. We are offering a competitive salary of £50,713 - £60,848 per annum plus a fantastic array of benefits. Are you a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Urological Cancer looking to advance your career in a world-class healthcare setting? Join our leading independent sector cancer centre based at the purpose-built Duchess of Devonshire Cancer Wing of The London Clinic, where excellence in patient care, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. We are currently expanding our Uro-Oncology service and require a dynamic, self-directed and compassionate CNS with solid experience within the specialty to provide keyworker support for our patients. You will be working alongside our current Uro-Oncology CNS who is highly experienced, friendly and welcoming. About us: The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest independently owned non-profit hospital, and we have been providing exceptional care since 1932. We have 8 premises, where we perform highly complex procedures as well as routine surgery & medicine. Our main hospital spans 8 floors comprising of 234 beds and 10 theatres, and The Duchess of Devonshire Wing is our award-winning cancer centre, which includes state-of-the-art radiotherapy, chemotherapy suites and 47 dedicated patient bedrooms for Oncology & Haematology patients. Job Profile: As one of two Uro-Oncology CNS's, you will provide expert information, clinical support and guidance to patients undergoing diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for all urological cancer diagnoses. Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team of surgeons, oncologists, nurses and allied health professionals, you will play a key role in delivering individualised, evidence-based care whilst optimising support for patients and their care partners through every step of their cancer journey, in the essential capacity as their keyworker and advocate.

• Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.
• Hours: Monday-Friday
• Location: The Duchess of Devonshire Wing, 22 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6JG
• Benefits package: Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%). Private Medical Healthcare. 33 day's annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays). Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
Key Responsibilities:

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist in Urological Oncology to join our Cancer Care team. This role is a based in our Oncology wing at our main hospital in Central London. We are offering a competitive salary of £50,713 - £60,848 per annum plus a fantastic array of benefits. Are you a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Urological Cancer looking to advance your career in a world-class healthcare setting? Join our leading independent sector cancer centre based at the purpose-built Duchess of Devonshire Cancer Wing of The London Clinic, where excellence in patient care, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. We are currently expanding our Uro-Oncology service and require a dynamic, self-directed and compassionate CNS with solid experience within the specialty to provide keyworker support for our patients. You will be working alongside our current Uro-Oncology CNS who is highly experienced, friendly and welcoming. About us: The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest independently owned non-profit hospital, and we have been providing exceptional care since 1932. We have 8 premises, where we perform highly complex procedures as well as routine surgery & medicine. Our main hospital spans 8 floors comprising of 234 beds and 10 theatres, and The Duchess of Devonshire Wing is our award-winning cancer centre, which includes state-of-the-art radiotherapy, chemotherapy suites and 47 dedicated patient bedrooms for Oncology & Haematology patients. Job Profile: As one of two Uro-Oncology CNS's, you will provide expert information, clinical support and guidance to patients undergoing diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for all urological cancer diagnoses. Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team of surgeons, oncologists, nurses and allied health professionals, you will play a key role in delivering individualised, evidence-based care whilst optimising support for patients and their care partners through every step of their cancer journey, in the essential capacity as their keyworker and advocate.

Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.

Hours: Monday-Friday

Salary: £50,713 - £60,848

Location: The Duchess of Devonshire Wing, 22 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6JG

Benefits package: Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%). Private Medical Healthcare. 33 day's annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays). Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as a clinical expert and key contact for urological cancer patients.

Empower patients by providing specialist advice, education, and emotional support to patients and their chosen care partners.

Lead on the development of person-centred care plans, ensuring high standards of care.

Work collaboratively with oncologists, surgeons, and allied health professionals to optimise patient care and outcomes.

Contribute to service development, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

About You

Registered Nurse (NMC) with extensive experience in Oncology/Urological cancer.

Proven expertise as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (or trainee CNS) or in an Advanced Practice Role.

Strong leadership, communication, autonomy and decision-making skills.

Team player who enhances the team through their commitment, collaboration, enthusiasm and 'can do' philosophy.

Passionate about delivering holistic, patient-centred care.

Commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in cancer care.

Arrange an informal visit: If you've already submitted an application and would like to learn more about this opportunity and our team, you're welcome to arrange an informal visit. To express your interest and schedule a visit, please contact our recruitment team at with the subject line: Uro-Oncology CNS - Informal Visit Request. The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• * Registered Nurse (Adult)with valid NMC registration.
• * Degree in Nursing.
• * Post Graduate qualification within Oncology Nursing.
• * Recognised teaching qualification.
• * Level 2 Advanced Communication/ Psychological Skills Training.

Experience

• * Minimum 3 years post registration experience in oncology or palliative care in an acute hospital setting.
• * Experience in patient assessment, care planning, and clinical decision-making in a cancer care setting.
• * Experience in MDT working.
• * Experience in providing patient education and support.
• * Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• * Leadership or supervisory experience (e.g. mentoring juniors)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.