Band 7 CNS Gynae Oncology

Job summary

The Band 7 Gynaecological Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospital, provides expert nursing care and support for women undergoing investigation, treatment and follow-up for gynaecological cancers. Working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will coordinate complex patient pathways, act as a key worker and advocate for patients and their families, and provide specialist information, education and psychological support throughout the cancer journey. The CNS will also contribute to service development, education, audit, research and quality improvement initiatives, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate patient-centred care.

Main duties of the job

The Band 7 Gynaecological Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will provide specialist nursing care and support to women with suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancer, ensuring a seamless and co-ordinated patient journey from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up. The post holder will act as a key worker and patient advocate, delivering expert clinical advice, holistic needs assessment, symptom management, and psychological support. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, they will contribute to service development, education, audit, research and quality improvement activities, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe and patient-centred cancer care.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job responsibilities

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Person specification

Educational and Professional Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse and NMC registration
• Undergraduate degree or recognised experience
• Post registration qualification relevant to speciality

Desirable

• Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial evidence of experience within the area of speciality
• Evidence of undertaking nurse led clinics
• Evidence of improving patient experience

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Knowledge of current advances / pathways relevant to speciality
• Evidence of excellent communication skills
• Strong evidence of MDT working

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate patient centred care
• Highly motivated
• Resilience and ability to manage emotionally challenging situations