About this role
Job summary
We areseekinga dynamic and motivated individual to support and enhance the delivery of high quality,patientcentred care within our breast service at UHD, with a particular focus in patients with metastatic disease. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse with relevant oncology experienceto develop their clinical expertise,leadershipskills and make a real impact on patients living with a complex diagnosis of metastatic breast cancerand provide support to patients and their carers/families from diagnosis, throughouttreatmentand ongoing supportive care.
As a clinical nurse specialist (CNS), you will act as a key member of the multidisciplinary team,providingexpert clinical advice, carecoordiantionand psychological support to patients across inpatient and outpatientsettings. This advert is for a full-time permanent position.
The post is suitable for either:
oAn experienced Band 6 nurse wishing to develop into a CNS role or
oAn established Band 7 CNS looking to further their specialist practice
You will work closely with oncology consultants, CNS's, advanced nurse practitioners,pharmacyand other health care professionals to deliver safe,compassionateandevidence-basedcare.
This role is based in Poole Hospital but will involve times of cross site working.
This role is Band 6 or Band 7 depending on experience
This rolerequiredNMC Registration.
Interview date - 25th June 2026
Main duties of the job
Depending on banding,responsibilitieswill include:
Acting as a key worker for patients across the metastatic breast pathway
Runningnurse led clinics (band 7)
Supporting patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT)
Coordinating MDT discussions and contributing to treatment planning
Delivering patient education and survivorship support
Leading orparticipatingin audit, serviceimprovementand pathway development
Support clinical trials and research
Delivering specialist nursing care to patients with metastatic breast cancer
Supporting patients through the pathway, treatmentoptionsand palliative phases
Lead on patient education, symptommanagementand holistic needs assessment
Act as a clinical resource and advocate forpatients,familiesand staff
Contribute to service improvement,auditand the development of pathways
Band 7 applicants will be expected todemonstrateautonomous clinical decision making andleadershipwithin the service.
About us
UHD are investing,developingand transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.
If a role or servicerelocatesas part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.
UHD has active networks including Women's, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.
AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
Essential (band 6)
registered nurse
experience in oncology
evidence of continuing professional development
excellent communication and organisational skills
Additionalfor Band 7
Significant post registration experience in oncology with some breast experience
Experience managing a complex caseload
evidence of service development or audit involvement
non-medical prescribing qualification (or willingness to undertake)
masters level study or working towards
Appointment at Band 6 will be made for candidates whodemonstratethe core skillsrequiredfor the CNS role. Progression to Band 7 will be supported through completion of agreed competencies within an18-24 monthframework.
For in depth detail please see attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
nursing qualification at degree or higher nmc register SACT qualification advanced communication skills Psychological support level 2 trained
Desirable
recognised leadership or management course masters qualification physical assessment course non medical prescribing
Experience Essential
oncology experience Band 6 experience or above SACT administration evidence of triaging and managing acutely unwell patients
Desirable
participate in nurse led clinics
Knowledge Essential
knowledge of oncology policies managing oncological emergencies awareness of national cancer guidance
Desirable
awareness of accend and related competencies leadership skills
Skills Essential
managing own workload organised and flexible ability to work in a team IT awareness
Desirable
leadership skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Poole Hospital
Poole
BH15 2JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)