Job summary
Following a recent promotion we are seeking a motivated and compassionate Macmillan Junior Clinical Nurse Specialist in Skin Cancer to join the Surgical Directorate across St George's University Hospital trust. This Band 6 role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced registered nurse to develop specialist expertise in melanoma and skin cancer care while working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. The post holder will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to patients from diagnosis through treatment, follow-up and, where appropriate, palliative and end-of-life care. Acting as an Associate Key Worker under the supervision of the Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist, the role combines autonomous clinical practice with education, service development and leadership, in line with Macmillan values and the Trust's commitment to excellence, kindness, responsibility and respect.
Main duties of the job
The Macmillan Junior Clinical Nurse Specialist provides specialist, high-quality nursing care to patients with melanoma and other skin cancers from diagnosis through treatment, follow-up and, where appropriate, palliative care. Working autonomously and as a core member of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder manages a defined caseload under the supervision of the Band 7 CNS, ensuring patients and their families receive holistic, personalised care, information and support.
Key duties include undertaking comprehensive and holistic needs assessments, care planning and evaluation; running nurse-led follow-up and telephone clinics; supporting patients undergoing surgery and systemic treatments; and acting as a patient advocate to promote informed choice. The role involves close liaison with surgeons, oncologists, dermatologists, ward and outpatient teams, community services and Macmillan services to ensure seamless, coordinated care across the patient pathway.
The post holder contributes to MDT meetings, maintains accurate clinical documentation and mandatory datasets, supports discharge planning, and ensures care is evidence-based and aligned with local and national guidelines. Education is central to the role, including teaching and supporting patients, carers, ward nurses and students.
The CNS also participates in audit, research and service evaluation, demonstrates leadership through role modelling best practice.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Macmillan Junior Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) provides high-quality, specialist nursing care to patients with melanoma and other skin cancers from diagnosis through treatment, follow-up and, where appropriate, palliative care. Working as an autonomous practitioner and a core member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the post holder manages a defined caseload under the supervision of the Band 7 CNS, ensuring patients and their families receive holistic, personalised care and timely access to information, advice and support.
Key duties include undertaking comprehensive assessments, holistic needs assessments and care planning; providing nurse-led follow-up and telephone clinics; supporting patients undergoing surgery, systemic therapies and other treatments; and acting as an advocate to promote informed patient choice. The role involves close liaison with surgeons, oncologists, dermatologists, ward and outpatient teams, community services and Macmillan services to ensure seamless, coordinated care across the pathway.
The post holder contributes to MDT meetings, maintains accurate clinical documentation and mandatory datasets, supports safe discharge planning, and ensures care is evidence-based and aligned with national and local guidelines. Education is a core component of the role, including teaching and supporting patients, carers, ward nurses and students, and promoting health education related to skin cancer prevention and self-management.
The CNS also participates in audit, service evaluation, research activities and clinical governance, and demonstrates leadership by role modelling best practice, supporting service development and upholding Trust values, professional standards and safeguarding responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Macmillan Junior Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) provides high-quality, specialist nursing care to patients with melanoma and other skin cancers from diagnosis through treatment, follow-up and, where appropriate, palliative care. Working as an autonomous practitioner and a core member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the post holder manages a defined caseload under the supervision of the Band 7 CNS, ensuring patients and their families receive holistic, personalised care and timely access to information, advice and support.
Key duties include undertaking comprehensive assessments, holistic needs assessments and care planning; providing nurse-led follow-up and telephone clinics; supporting patients undergoing surgery, systemic therapies and other treatments; and acting as an advocate to promote informed patient choice. The role involves close liaison with surgeons, oncologists, dermatologists, ward and outpatient teams, community services and Macmillan services to ensure seamless, coordinated care across the pathway.
The post holder contributes to MDT meetings, maintains accurate clinical documentation and mandatory datasets, supports safe discharge planning, and ensures care is evidence-based and aligned with national and local guidelines. Education is a core component of the role, including teaching and supporting patients, carers, ward nurses and students, and promoting health education related to skin cancer prevention and self-management.
The CNS also participates in audit, service evaluation, research activities and clinical governance, and demonstrates leadership by role modelling best practice, supporting service development and upholding Trust values, professional standards and safeguarding responsibilities.
Person Specification
Skill
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrates an understanding of managing resources
- Able to manage a case load
Desirable
- Experience in audits/data base updates
- Service improvement experience
- Advance decision-making skills
- Physical assessment skills
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Level 1 registered nurse (Adult) on NMC register
- Degree Nursing
- Mentorship
- Evidence of on-going professional development: course/conference/publication etc
Desirable
- Cancer/ specialist Course or working towards
- 3 years experience
Experience
Essential
- Relevant demonstrable experience as band 6 or above in related speciality
- Leadership and management experience
- Ability to teach patients or carers with different levels of understand
Desirable
- Experience of delivering presentations
- Experience in service development
- Understanding of Macmillan Cancer Support and it's role across the UK
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of local and national guidelines
- Knowledge on cancer
- Knowledge of research/data collection/projects
- Knowledge on patient pathways
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of clinical risk
Other
Essential
- Understands the importance of developing self and others
- Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to patient care
- Motivated and demonstrates and enthusiasm for speciality
- Creative/lateral thinker
- Flexible
Person Specification
Skill
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrates an understanding of managing resources
- Able to manage a case load
Desirable
- Experience in audits/data base updates
- Service improvement experience
- Advance decision-making skills
- Physical assessment skills
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Level 1 registered nurse (Adult) on NMC register
- Degree Nursing
- Mentorship
- Evidence of on-going professional development: course/conference/publication etc
Desirable
- Cancer/ specialist Course or working towards
- 3 years experience
Experience
Essential
- Relevant demonstrable experience as band 6 or above in related speciality
- Leadership and management experience
- Ability to teach patients or carers with different levels of understand
Desirable
- Experience of delivering presentations
- Experience in service development
- Understanding of Macmillan Cancer Support and it's role across the UK
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of local and national guidelines
- Knowledge on cancer
- Knowledge of research/data collection/projects
- Knowledge on patient pathways
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of clinical risk
Other
Essential
- Understands the importance of developing self and others
- Demonstrates a caring and sensitive approach to patient care
- Motivated and demonstrates and enthusiasm for speciality
- Creative/lateral thinker
- Flexible
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
