Metastatic Gynae/Urology Oncology Specialist Nurse
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Truro, TR1 3LJ
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
2 September 2026
2 days left
Job description
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust has launched a significant investment in its Cancer Services workforce over the last few years. The additional ...
As a role model for cancer nursing practice, you will develop skills to assess, manage and treat patients, as well as working towards supporting and leading on the introduction of new initiatives and pathways. You will have post-registration experience in oncology / haematology/ palliative care or relevant speciality.
Within this role you will be required to develop the skills of clinical leadership, managing change and have knowledge of managing resources, people and situations effectively, whilst keeping a calm head in a challenging environment.
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- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
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We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:
- Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
- St Michael's Hospital in Hayle
- West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance
As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.
We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- Holds, or working towards, a BSc (Hons) Health
Desirable
- Post registration qualification in oncology, palliative care and/or chemotherapy
- University qualification in specialty
- Non-medical prescribing qualification or commitment to undertake
- Teaching/assessment/ mentoring qualification
Experience
Essential
- Good level of post registration experience
- Audit or research experience
- Teaching and education experience
Desirable
- Recent post registration nursing experience with patients with cancer
Practical & Intellectual Skill
Essential
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Able to organise own learning and development
Desirable
- Understanding of the possible emotional impact of metastatic disease
Training
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
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First seen
19 August 2026
Last checked
21 August 2026
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