Acute Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses

An exciting development opportunity has arisen for a new part time Band 6 Acute Oncology CNS within the Acute Oncology teams at Worthing and St Richard's Hospitals.

Acute Oncology CNSs offer specialist advice and support to the wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of the complications of treatment or disease for cancer patients. We are looking for a dynamic, proactive, highly motivated, and passionate individual to become part of our team caring for cancer patients during periods of acute presentation. In addition to these attributes, we expect the individual to support the vision of our trust to deliver safe care compassionately.

Applicants must hold a current NMC registration and have demonstrable post registration experience of acute oncology care. The applicant must be able to demonstrate their leadership experience., The successful candidates will have the opportunity to work across sites providing excellent care to our patients and supporting with the development of education and service processes.

To work collaboratively with the immunotherapy and acute oncology service alongside lead cancer nurse, matrons, and staff in the clinical areas to develop and deliver projects locally and Trust wide.The candidates should demonstrate excellent communication skills, be dynamic and strive for excellence in all aspects of the role. They also need to demonstrate that they are supportive of the multidisciplinary team and are able to face daily challenges within service provision. The candidates would need to be adaptable and confidently advocate for their patients.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.