Job summary Fixed term/secondment An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Rotherham Foundation Trust for a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Band 6, within the Gynaecology nursing team. We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated nurse who is passionate about delivering patient focused individualised care for those on a Gynaecology cancer pathway or living with cancer. The role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist is fast paced & varied and requires excellent organisational skills with a methodical approach and ability to communicate with all members of the multi-disciplinary team. You will act as an advocate for patients and their care, providing seamless and timely management within the cancer pathway whilst maintaining high standards. You will provide comprehensive support and provide information and results to patients and families following a cancer diagnosis. This opportunity requires you to be flexible, committed, and self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills. You must be able to work both independently, as part of a small team, whilst also supporting each other in a fast paced environment and the wider MDT. The ideal candidate will be an experienced nurse working at Band 5 or 6 with a passionate interest in gynaecology Cancer services. We are keen to invite to interview Nurses who encompass the above and meet the essential criteria in the person specification. May consider Job share/part-time/secondment for right candidates. Main duties of the job The Gynaecology Clinical Nurse Specialists work in collaboration with the Gynaecology oncology multi-disciplinary team, providing clinical expertise, planning of care and health needs of patients with gynaecological cancer. Act as a keyworker for a caseload of patients to provide efficient management and delivery of patient care. Includes organising diagnostic investigations, co-ordinating and planning care within the pathway whilst working in partnership with local and regional MDT meetings. Work autonomously and able to manage complex situations providing support and information to patients and families. Provide specialist holistic support and treatment whilst co-ordinating services and personalising the cancer pathway. You will work within a small team & the wider MDT and therefore must be able to forge good working relations. Act as an advocate for patient care, be able to liaise with multiple professionals across both TRFT and other hospitals, formulate treatment plans and communicate these effectively. Work independently to run nurse-led clinics to manage the follow-up pathways of patients. Support the Lead CNS in the ongoing development of the service. Participate in audits, gather information and be able to input this on to various data collection forums and present where needed Influence the development of policies and clinical guidelines within the Gynaecology cancer speciality. About us The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall. But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making. All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence. Certificates of Sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Pro rata/per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9165-25-02-029 Job locations The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust Moorgate Road Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 2UD Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse. Degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway. Evidence of continued professional development. Post-registration experience of working within Gynaecology/cancer services. Desirable Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards. Non-Medical Prescribing. Experience Essential Relevant post-registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in Gynaecology/ Oncology. Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team. Experience of working alongside other MDT colleagues in supporting patients. Desirable Experience of teaching. Experience of audit and research. Experience of using different information systems i.e. Meditech/ICE/SystmOne. Experience of data collection/analysis. Knowledge Essential Awareness of local and national guidelines. Risk management awareness. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse. Degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway. Evidence of continued professional development. Post-registration experience of working within Gynaecology/cancer services. Desirable Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards. Non-Medical Prescribing. Experience Essential Relevant post-registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in Gynaecology/ Oncology. Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team. Experience of working alongside other MDT colleagues in supporting patients. Desirable Experience of teaching. Experience of audit and research. Experience of using different information systems i.e. Meditech/ICE/SystmOne. Experience of data collection/analysis. Knowledge Essential Awareness of local and national guidelines. Risk management awareness. 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. 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. 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 The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust Address The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust Moorgate Road Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 2UD Employer's website https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)