Skin Cancer Nurse Specialist
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Poole/Christchurch, BH15 2JBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
2 November 2026
13 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our established Skin Cancer Nursing Servi...
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
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.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registration on Part 1 or 12 of NMC Register (RGN or RN Adult)
- Recognised teaching / trainer qualification / course
- Post graduate qualifications related to Dermatology / Oncology
Desirable: - Master's Degree or working towards; - Advanced Communication Skills training course; - Physical Examination course; - Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record of specialist practice in dermatology / oncology
- Experience in a managerial position
- Experience of initiating and managing change
- Working within multi-disciplinary groups and establishing effective working relationships in the workplace
Desirable
- Representing organisation/ profession at senior level meetings and committees
- Experience of undertaking training needs analysis for staff groups planning and providing training
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential: - Demonstrate ability to work under pressure
Knowledge
Essential
- Developed specialist knowledge of clinical practice underpinned by theory and experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development and leadership of others
Desirable: - Trust Policies & Procedures; - Working knowledge of hospital systems
Technical Skills Competencies
Essential
- Advanced skills in written and verbal communication including public speaking and report writing
- IT skills
- Ability to analyse highly complex problems and to develop practical and workable solutions to address them
- Ability to work unsupervised and prioritise and manage own workload
Desirable: - Appraisal skills; - Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources
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
NHS Jobs
First seen
19 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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