Urology Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Band 6
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cheltenham, GL53 7ANView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
25 October 2026
6 days leftJob description
The role of the Urology Cancer Nurse Specialist is a great opportunity to develop your clinical and professional practice. Excellent communication ski...
The post holder will deliver the following: -
Be present at clinical appointments, where patients are receiving a cancer diagnosis, offering additional support and guidance in the early stages and throughout the whole of their pathway
Provide holistic support for patients.
Allow the CNS to offer support to patients in inpatient settings
Make improvements from both national and local drivers
Ensure patients concerns and questions are answered in a timely manner
Prevent unnecessary attendances at the emergency department and admissions
Liaise with the various multi-disciplinary teams regarding the management of patients.
To use advanced communication skills to: promote a positive working environment, impart significant news, and implement change.
Complete nurse led appointments and follow up clinics via face to face and telephone where appropriate.
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records.
Participation within shared governance councils
To support capacity within the clinical area in order to expedite investigations and improve patient experience
The Urology Team consists of 13 Consultants, 7 Clinical Nurse Specialists, 2 RAPID prostate Nurses and 3 Cancer Support Workers along with a specialist administrative team to support the patient journey and experience. In addition, within the urology team we have nurse practitioners, surgical care practitioners and our specialised ward based in Cheltenham.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information on the main responsibilities of the vacancy
Qualifications
Essential
- Active registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse
- Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of a professional portfolio, registration revalidation & commitment to lifelong learning
Desirable: - Recognised Prescribing course or willing work towards
Knowledge
Essential
- Passion for teaching, education and practice development and ability to professionally develop individuals
- Demonstrates ability to question and challenge nursing practice in a constructive way so that standards of patient care are continually evaluated and improved
- Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with surgical urological patients OR Oncology patients
- Experience of supporting patients who have a cancer diagnosis
- Experience in patient advocacy.
- Experience of working with patients with Renal/Bladder cancer
Desirable: - Evidence of post graduate learning
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
16 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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