Job requirements
Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Developed specialist knowledge of clinical practice underpinned by theory and experience
- Knowledge
Evidence of continuing professional development and leadership of others
- Experience
Proven track record of specialist practice in dermatology / oncology
- Experience
Experience in a managerial position
- Experience
Experience of initiating and managing change
- Experience
Working within multi-disciplinary groups and establishing effective working relationships in the workplace
- Qualifications
Registration on Part 1 or 12 of NMC Register (RGN or RN Adult)
- Qualifications
Recognised teaching / trainer qualification / course
- Qualifications
Post graduate qualifications related to Dermatology / Oncology
- Technical Skills Competencies
Advanced skills in written and verbal communication including public speaking and report writing
- Technical Skills Competencies
IT skills
- Technical Skills Competencies
Ability to analyse highly complex problems and to develop practical and workable solutions to address them
- Technical Skills Competencies
Ability to work unsupervised and prioritise and manage own workload
- Other requirements specific to the role
Demonstrate ability to work under pressure
Desirable
10 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Trust Policies & Procedures
- Knowledge
Working knowledge of hospital systems
- Experience
Representing organisation/ profession at senior level meetings and committees
- Experience
Experience of undertaking training needs analysis for staff groups planning and providing training
- Qualifications
Master’s Degree or working towards
- Qualifications
Advanced Communication Skills training course
- Qualifications
Physical Examination course
- Qualifications
Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
- Technical Skills Competencies
Appraisal skills
- Technical Skills Competencies
Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our established Skin Cancer Nursing Service at University Hospitals Dorset.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed clinician with a minimum of 5 years' experience in dermatology skin cancer and/or oncology, who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
The successful candidate will provide specialist clinical support, advice and care co-ordination for patients with skin cancer, working closely within the multidisciplinary team.
You will demonstrate excellent communication, leadership and clinical decision-making skills, with a commitment to service development and continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practitioner looking to further develop their specialist skills within a supportive and progressive cancer service. If you are motivated, proactive and dedicated to improving outcomes and experiences for patients with skin cancer, we would welcome your application.
Candidates who do not fully meet the Band 7 person specification may also be considered for a Band 6 Development Clinical Nurse Specialist role. The successful applicant would be supported through a development programme, with progression to Band 7 upon successful achievement of agreed competencies and clinical capabilities.
Interview: 12th November
Main duties of the job
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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 Skin Cancer Nurse Specialist with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Nov 2026.
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