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Lead Haematology Transplant CNS


Location
Truro, England
Salary
£39,959 - £56,515 pa pro rata
Profession
Clinical nurse specialist
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
25 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
11 Jun 2026
Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79

Job overview

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

The Haematology team are a dynamic, forward-thinking team, consisting of seven consultants, a specialist registrar, a haemostasis CNS team, and a transplant co-ordination team, all providing care across the inpatient and outpatient setting.

The Band 7 Transplant/Haematology CNS will in conjunction with the clinical Lead and peripheral transplant units be responsible for ensuring that the service meets and maintains the requirements specified by the HTA and JACIE

Provide specialist nursing advice to support and facilitate high quality, individualised care to patients /clients and relatives/carers in collaboration with the multi professional team, in line with local and national protocols.

As Haematology CNS you will need to understand complex haematological conditions, possess excellent communication skills and have an understanding of both local and national guidance relevant to the speciality, including an awareness and exposure to research.

Main duties of the job

Work closely with the Transplant Team and Multidisciplinary Team at University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP) NHS Trust and the wider Peninsula Transplant team

To co-ordinate procedures within the Apheresis Service;  peripheral blood stem collection (PBSC), ensuring expertise and a high standard of care and efficient patient pathwaysAct as a professional role model and expert, leading and co-ordinating Apheresis education and practice development in Apheresis procedures.

To be proficient in cannulation and venepuncture including with the use of ultrasound guided cannulation.

Acting as a source of advice the post holder will provide a clinical role for Haematology patients within Cornwall under the guidance of the Clinical Matron for Cancer Services and in partnership with the Clinical lead.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

  • Identity Checks
  • Professional registration and qualification checks
  • Employment history and reference checks
  • Work health assessments
  • Criminal record check standards
  • Right to work checks

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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.

Person specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience within haematology
  • Teaching and education experience
  • Previous experience in Apheresis/Transplant

Desirable

  • Apheresis Trained

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC registration
  • Educated to degree level or equivalent
  • Non-medical Prescribing or Commitment to Undertake

Desirable

  • Teaching/assessment/mentoring qualification
  • Managerial experience/leading a team
  • Educated to Masters Level or Equivalent

Practical and Intellectual Skills

Essential

  • Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
  • Ability to manage change
  • Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
  • Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues across health and social care settings

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