We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to support and enhance the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care within our specialist Haematology service at UHD, particularly specialising in Myeloma. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse with relevant haematology experience to develop their clinical expertise, leadership skills, and make a real impact on patients living with complex myeloma conditions.
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will act as a key member of the multidisciplinary team, providing expert clinical advice, care coordination, and psychological support to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings. This advert is for a permanent position and will be working with teams on both sites when needed.
This post is suitable for either:
* An experienced Band 6 nurse wishing to develop into a CNS role
* An established Band 7 CNS looking to further their specialist practice
Interview Date: 24th March 2026
Depending on banding, responsibilities will include:
* Acting as a key worker for patients across the myeloma pathway
* Running nurse‑led clinics (band 7)
* Providing telephone triage and symptom management advice
* Supporting patients receiving systemic anti‑cancer therapy (SACT)
* Coordinating MDT discussions and contributing to treatment planning
* Delivering patient education and survivorship support
* Leading or participating in audit, service improvement and pathway development
* Supporting clinical trials and research
* Delivering specialist nursing care to patients with myeloma
* Supporting patients through the diagnostic pathway, treatment regimens, and survivorship or palliative phases
* Leading on patient education, symptom management, and holistic needs assessments
* Acting as a clinical resource and advocate for patients, families, and staff
* Contributing to service improvement, audit, and the development of care pathways
* Supporting junior staff, student nurses, and the ongoing development of the nursing team
Band 7 applicants will be expected to demonstrate autonomous clinical decision making and leadership within the service.
UHD are investing, developing and 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 service relocates as 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.
Essential (band 6)
* Registered nurse
* Experience in haematology
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
Additional for Band 7
* Significant post‑registration experience in haematology
* 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 who demonstrate the core skills required for the CNS role. Progression to Band 7 will be supported through completion of agreed competencies within an 18‑24 month framework.
For in depth detail please see attached job description.
This advert closes on Friday 13 Mar 2026.
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