Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic, dynamic and self-motivated nurse to join the expanding Acute Oncology team for the Newcastle NHS Trust as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
The role of the Acute oncology clinical nurse specialist provides urgent assessment, rapid initial management and appropriate specialist input for any patient presenting acutely unwell with problems relating to their cancer or cancer treatment.
The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team, assessing patients on a busy assessment area within NCCC who present acutely unwell. The post holder will have excellent time management and communication skills and be able to work under pressure.
The post holder will work autonomously providing support and advice to colleagues working across areas such as ED, SDEC, and inpatient ward areas, for unscheduled oncological/hematological emergency admission with regards to the following:o Complications related to cancer treatmento Complications of cancero Suspected malignancy of unknown origino MSCC
- Interview Date Friday 14 November 2025
- Full & Part Time Hours/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.
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Main duties of the job
- Work as part of the acute oncology team across both sites (Royal Victoria Infirmary and Freeman), over seven days a week, including bank holidays
- The post holder will provide specialist, expert nursing care and support for patients with an oncological/hematological diagnosis, attending acutely unwell. You will advise and support clinical colleagues on the investigation, care and management of this group of patients
- Providing ongoing education of colleagues at all levels across the trust will be a central component
- Possess excellent communication skills and be able to communicate complex and sensitive information
- Possess critical thinking skills
- Manage an independent workload
- Work well as part of a team
- Provide specialist knowledge and support to patients via the emergency triage phone
- You will work closely with the oncology/haematology team and wider MDT
- Support with the development, promotion and delivery of the new acute oncology service
About us
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
Freeman Hospital
Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
Newcastle Dental Hospital
Newcastle Fertility Centre
Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
Northern Genetics Service
Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit:Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle HospitalsandNewcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder should have sound communication skills, in order to manage complex conversation and undertake thorough telephone triage assessment and provide robust education to the multi-disciplinary team.
You will be expected to collect data to measure clearly defined objectives in order to monitor and maintain high standards of care and deliver high quality patient experience.
You must be an experienced registered nurse who has at least two year experience in Oncology and or Haematology and be willing to work long days (8-8) covering a 7-Day service including bank holidays.
History taken and clinical skills qualification would be desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust define a nurse specialist as a qualified nurse where the primary purpose of role is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition.
Within the sphere of specialist practice:
- Is working towards advanced knowledge and skills within specialist sphere of practice.
- Contributes to the facilitation of the planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients.
- Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge.
- Contributes to training and education within specialist area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder should have sound communication skills, in order to manage complex conversation and undertake thorough telephone triage assessment and provide robust education to the multi-disciplinary team.
You will be expected to collect data to measure clearly defined objectives in order to monitor and maintain high standards of care and deliver high quality patient experience.
You must be an experienced registered nurse who has at least two year experience in Oncology and or Haematology and be willing to work long days (8-8) covering a 7-Day service including bank holidays.
History taken and clinical skills qualification would be desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust define a nurse specialist as a qualified nurse where the primary purpose of role is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition.
Within the sphere of specialist practice:
- Is working towards advanced knowledge and skills within specialist sphere of practice.
- Contributes to the facilitation of the planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients.
- Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge.
- Contributes to training and education within specialist area.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- oMeets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements for mentorship if relevant to role
- oEvidence of on-going continuous professional development
- oKnowledge and understanding of relevant NHS policy or project specific policy context
- oHas understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding
SKILLS
Essential
- oGood IT skills
- oEffective report writing skills
- oAble to work independently and as a member of a team
- oEffective organisation and time management skills
- oCurrent driving licence if relevant to role
Desirable
- oChange management skills and involvement in project work
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oSome post registration experience within related specialist area of practice
- oExtended clinical practice underpinned by training and assessment
Desirable
- oResearch or audit experience
- oEvidence of contribution towards education and training programmes
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oRegistered Nurse (appropriate to branch)
- oCurrent NMC registration
- oDiploma plus specialist qualifications / experience within specialist area; prepared to take degree level study
Desirable
- oDegree in health related subject
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- oMeets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements for mentorship if relevant to role
- oEvidence of on-going continuous professional development
- oKnowledge and understanding of relevant NHS policy or project specific policy context
- oHas understanding / experience of adult / child safeguarding
SKILLS
Essential
- oGood IT skills
- oEffective report writing skills
- oAble to work independently and as a member of a team
- oEffective organisation and time management skills
- oCurrent driving licence if relevant to role
Desirable
- oChange management skills and involvement in project work
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oSome post registration experience within related specialist area of practice
- oExtended clinical practice underpinned by training and assessment
Desirable
- oResearch or audit experience
- oEvidence of contribution towards education and training programmes
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oRegistered Nurse (appropriate to branch)
- oCurrent NMC registration
- oDiploma plus specialist qualifications / experience within specialist area; prepared to take degree level study
Desirable
- oDegree in health related subject
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).
