North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Toxicity Nurse Specialist - Huntingdon

The closing date is 09 September 2025

Job summary

We are looking for an inspiring senior nurse who is committed to improving the experience, clinical outcomes and safety of our patients within Cancer Services.

As a Toxicity Nurse Specialist working closely with the oncology medical team and wider MDT you will be a skilled communicator with the ability to influence and motivate others, and someone who inspires others to provide excellent patient care. With comprehensive SACT knowledge, leadership experience and a commitment to service improvement.

You will need to be motivated and have a clear vision for the service. We are looking for someone to further develop nurse led patient care and to deliver an exceptional service to our patients.

Main duties of the job

Autonomous working, through provision of advanced assessment, initiation of investigations, diagnostic procedures, interpretation of results and optimising patients condition in discussion with the multidisciplinary team.

Engage directly with clinical teams in the management of SACT oncology patients, providing specialist advice, skills, leadership, collaboration and consultancy.

Co-ordinate the pathway of patients with SACT services across multi professional teams, through treatment, follow up and beyond.

To be an instrumental part of the effective leadership team for the Haematology/ Oncology day unit and the outpatient areas andimprove patient experience.

To provide a safe working environment for all patients, relatives, and staff, including risk management and Datix reporting and investigating as part of the role.

About us

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Date posted

26 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

176-F-7339240

Job locations

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

For any more information please make contact with Zara Ball.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

For any more information please make contact with Zara Ball.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

Masters Degree or equivalent experience in Advanced Clinical Practice
Degree in Adult Nursing or equivalent experience
Evidence of teaching/educating qualification or experience
Evidence of continuous personal and professional development within cancer care
Advanced Communication Skills - Level 7
Non-medical prescribing qualification
Advanced Clinical Assessment Skills

Experience

Essential

Up to date evidence of 4 Pillars of Practice
Experience of working autonomously
Experience of chemotherapy training and administration
Experience of working as a senior member of the team or in a leadership role
Background in Oncology
Experience of multi professional working
Previous Oncology Toxicity experience

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

Masters Degree or equivalent experience in Advanced Clinical Practice
Degree in Adult Nursing or equivalent experience
Evidence of teaching/educating qualification or experience
Evidence of continuous personal and professional development within cancer care
Advanced Communication Skills - Level 7
Non-medical prescribing qualification
Advanced Clinical Assessment Skills

Experience

Essential

Up to date evidence of 4 Pillars of Practice
Experience of working autonomously
Experience of chemotherapy training and administration
Experience of working as a senior member of the team or in a leadership role
Background in Oncology
Experience of multi professional working
Previous Oncology Toxicity experience

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

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)