Job summary Join Our Exceptional Team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment? We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist in Gynaecological Cancer to join our dynamic team As a CNS, you will be the heart of our multidisciplinary team, providing specialised care and holistic support to patients throughout their cancer journeyfrom diagnosis to treatment and beyond. Your expertise will empower patients to make informed decisions and access essential resources to enhance their quality of life. Who we are: Click on the link to see our new Trust video: About us | Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust What You'll Do: Deliver expert advice and advocate for patients. Coordinate personalized care plans aligned with the NHS cancer plan. Lead and influence change, develop educational programs, and contribute to research and quality improvement projects. Collaborate with leading cancer alliances and shape the future of cancer care. What We're Looking For: Proven expertise in oncology. Exceptional communication skills. A passion for delivering patient-centered care. If you're ready to elevate your career and make a profound impact on patients and their families, apply now to join our team Main duties of the job A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) is a registered nurse with relevant experience and post-registration education for working at an enhanced level within a specific area of practice. They assess, manage, deliver care, advise on, and support patients. CNSs have the autonomy to act and accept responsibility and accountability for their actions, acting as a skilled advisor for patients, or a resource for others. CNSs perform specialist holistic assessment and treatment using a personalised approach. This is characterised by a level of decision making based on detailed knowledge and understanding of their area of practice. As part of the multidisciplinary team CNSs can work in or across many settings, depending on their area of expertise and scope of practice. About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year pa inclusive Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-WCCS-1948 Job locations Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital London W12 0HS Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential NMC registration and a degree in related subject. Post registration qualification(s) in speciality or relevant subject Recognised teaching qualification or demonstratable teaching experience. Desirable Quality improvement training Recognised physical assessment module at level 7 Experience Essential Relevant and substantial post registration experience at band 6 or above to speciality Experience of working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Experience of audit and service development Desirable Experience of leading and managing Research experience Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential In depth knowledge of speciality and use of evidence-based practice Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office Desirable Ability to design and deliver education programmes. Ability to lead and influence change Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential NMC registration and a degree in related subject. Post registration qualification(s) in speciality or relevant subject Recognised teaching qualification or demonstratable teaching experience. Desirable Quality improvement training Recognised physical assessment module at level 7 Experience Essential Relevant and substantial post registration experience at band 6 or above to speciality Experience of working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Experience of audit and service development Desirable Experience of leading and managing Research experience Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential In depth knowledge of speciality and use of evidence-based practice Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Excellent organisational skills and advanced ICT skills, including Microsoft office Desirable Ability to design and deliver education programmes. Ability to lead and influence change Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital London W12 0HS Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)