Job requirements
Essential
19 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Minimum 3 years in acute setting, preferably 2 years as Senior Nurse within speciality.
- Experience
Experience of oncology & palliative care management and knowledge of the disease process
- Experience
Experience of multi and interdisciplinary teamwork
- Knowledge and Skills
Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
- Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of symptom management and holistic needs assessments.
- Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of NHS England, National Cancer Programme- Achieving world-class Cancer Outcomes.
- Knowledge and Skills
An understanding of national policy and current issues affecting cancer, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, target therapies, radiotherapy and its management
- Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of current guidance and management of patients with acute oncological needs.
- Knowledge and Skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge and Skills
Computer skills
- Knowledge and Skills
Excellent planning and organisational skills
- Knowledge and Skills
Advanced assessment skills
- Knowledge and Skills
Leadership skills
- Knowledge and Skills
Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Knowledge and Skills
Able to manage clinical caseload
- Education and Training
Nursing Degree
- Education and Training
RGN – level 1Teaching & Assessing Course
- Education and Training
Relevant specialist course
- Education and Training
Evidence of CPD
Desirable
14 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience of working with Cancer Care
- Experience
Experience of working in acute oncology/ chemotherapy.
- Experience
Development of clinical pathways
- Experience
Service development experience
- Experience
Experience of clinical supervision
- Knowledge and Skills
Experience of audit/research
- Knowledge and Skills
Experience of resource management
- Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of Nurse Led Practice.
- Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of Current management of patients with an acute oncological need
- Education and Training
Master’s Degree in Oncology
- Education and Training
Management Course
- Education and Training
Clinical assessment course
- Education and Training
Non-medical prescribing
- Education and Training
Advanced communication Course
Job overview
The post holder will work as part of the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) Team in the delivery of exceptional quality, patient centred care; to support early, timely, and effective care for patients presenting with complications of cancer/treatment. They will work closely with Emergency care physicians, Specialist Palliative care team and other CNS teams across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be an autonomous practitioner, able to assess, plan and implement comprehensive care plans which reflect the individual needs of the patient. They will also provide advice and support to patients and clinical teams as well as Triage acute oncology alerts and provide direct input and advice.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will play a pivotal role in the assessment and management of unwell cancer patients, with a primary focus on reducing hospital admission and shortening the length of stay for those who require inpatient care. They will be integral to the development and operation of a same day emergency care service for oncology patients. Values
The post holder will have highly developed communication skills, demonstrating the ability to communicate complex and sensitive communication. They will be required to discuss all treatment options with sensitivity, knowledge and expertise to help empower the patient to make informed choices and decisions where possible
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Macmillan Acute Oncology Nurse Specialist with Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust in Dartford, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £51657.00 to £58785.00. The contract type is Secondment: 9 months (Fixed Term). The application deadline is 19 Nov 2026.
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