Overview
Following a recent promotion we are seeking a motivated and compassionate Macmillan Junior Clinical Nurse Specialist in Skin Cancer to join the Surgical Directorate across St George's University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This Band 6 role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced registered nurse to develop specialist expertise in melanoma and skin cancer care within a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients from diagnosis through treatment, follow-up and, where appropriate, palliative and end-of-life care. The CNS acts as an Associate Key Worker under supervision, combining autonomous clinical practice with education, service development and leadership in line with Macmillan values and the Trust’s commitment to excellence, kindness, responsibility and respect.
Key responsibilities
The Macmillan Junior Clinical Nurse Specialist provides specialist, high-quality nursing care to patients with melanoma and other skin cancers from diagnosis through treatment, follow-up and, where appropriate, palliative care. Working autonomously and as a core member of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder manages a defined caseload under the supervision of the Band 7 CNS, ensuring patients and their families receive holistic, personalised care, information and support.
* Undertake comprehensive and holistic needs assessments, care planning and evaluation
* Run nurse-led follow-up and telephone clinics
* Support patients undergoing surgery and systemic treatments
* Act as a patient advocate to promote informed choice
* Liaise with surgeons, oncologists, dermatologists, ward and outpatient teams, community services and Macmillan services to ensure seamless, coordinated care across the patient pathway
* Contribute to MDT meetings, maintain accurate clinical documentation and mandatory datasets
* Support discharge planning and ensure care is evidence-based and aligned with local and national guidelines
* Education is central to the role, including teaching and supporting patients, carers, ward nurses and students
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, St Helier Hospital and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital. We are committed to developing flexible working arrangements where possible.
Person specification
Essential
* Ability to work under pressure
* Good written and oral communication skills
* Demonstrates an understanding of managing resources
* Able to manage a caseload
Desirable
* Experience in audits/database updates
* Service improvement experience
* Advanced decision-making skills
* Physical assessment skills
Qualifications & training
Essential
* Level 1 registered nurse (Adult) on NMC register
* Degree in Nursing
* Mentorship
* Evidence of ongoing professional development (course/conference/publication)
Desirable
* Cancer/specialist course or working towards
* 3 years of experience
Experience & knowledge
Essential
* Relevant demonstrable experience as Band 6 or above in related specialty
* Leadership and management experience
* Ability to teach patients or carers with different levels of understanding
Desirable
* Experience in delivering presentations
* Experience in service development
* Understanding of Macmillan Cancer Support and its role across the UK
Other
Essential
* Understands the importance of developing self and others
* Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to patient care
* Motivated with enthusiasm for the specialty
* Creative/lateral thinker
* Flexible
Healthcare disclosures
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
UK registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more information, please refer to the NHS Careers webpage.
Additional information
The information above is provided for candidate guidance and may be subject to change. All other details will be confirmed during the recruitment process.
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