Clinical Nurse Specialist for Gatstro Intestinal Cancers.
St Bartholomew's Hospital is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our dynamic Gastrointestinal Cancer Multidisciplinary Team. This is a pivotal role for a senior nurse committed to delivering excellence in patient-centred care for individuals with complex GI malignancies. As the GI Cancer CNS, you will operate autonomously, utilizing your specialist knowledge to lead patient pathways, provide expert advice, and drive service improvement within a prestigious and supportive environment. You will work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team to provide expert advice and support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals on GI cancers across both secondary and primary care.
Main duties of the job
* Expert Clinical Practice: Act as a key worker for a defined caseload of GI cancer patients, providing specialist assessment, advice and holistic care from diagnosis through treatment and follow‑up.
* Patient Education and Support: Lead patient consultations, providing complex information, emotional support and acting as the main point of contact for patients and their families.
* MDT Coordination: Ensure seamless coordination of care across the MDT, contributing expert nursing input to treatment planning meetings and facilitating rapid access to appropriate services.
* Nurse‑Led Clinics: Develop and run specialist nurse‑led clinics (e.g., pre‑treatment assessment, toxicity management or surveillance).
* Service Development: Participate in audit, research and quality‑improvement projects specific to the GI Cancer pathway to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes.
* Education: Provide specialist education and mentorship to ward staff, junior nurses and other healthcare professionals within the hospital and community settings.
About Us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers. Our vision is to be a high‑performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. We are committed to promoting inclusion and providing an inclusive working environment for all staff.
Details
* Date posted: 08 December 2025
* Pay schemeb> Agenda for Change
* Band: Band 7
* Salary: £56,276 to £63,176 per annum (includes)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 259‑7668013SBH
* Job location: St. Bartholomew's Hospital, London, EC1A 7BE
Job Description
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment.
Person Specification
Essential – Qualifications
* Registered Nurse
* Degree qualification in Nursing or a cancer‑related subject
* Nurse Education Qualification
* SACT qualification
Essential – Experience
* Experience in cancer care or a related GI specialty for some time
* Good working knowledge of the treatment of GI cancers from diagnosis through to end‑of‑life treatment
Essential – Knowledge
* Proven clinical skills in oncology and knowledge of the GI cancer pathway
* Knowledge of the specific treatment regimens used for this patient group and their effects and side effects
Essential – Skills
* Good communication skills
* Ability to work alone and under pressure
* Ability to manage complex clinical situations and support patients and families
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name: Barts Health NHS Trust
Address: St. Bartholomew's Hospital, London, EC1A 7BE
Website: https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk
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