Cancer Nurse Specialist - Gynaecology Oncology

Job summary

Due to maternity leave, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and compassionate cancer nurse to join our team caring for patients with a diagnosis of gynaecological cancer.

This temporary role offers a unique chance to gain insight into the highly specialised responsibilities of a Cancer Nurse Specialist (CNS). You will work closely with experienced CNS colleagues, leading aspects of patient care and supporting individuals through complex treatment pathways. Based in the Gynaecology Department and our state-of-the-art Dyson Cancer Centre, you will be part of an inspiring team dedicated to delivering personalised care in a therapeutic, nurturing, and holistic environment.

This is more than a cover position, it is an opportunity to develop advanced skills in cancer care, build confidence in coordinating multidisciplinary services, and make a real difference to patients and their families during a challenging time in their lives.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate nurse to step into the role of Cancer Nurse Specialist (CNS) within our Gynaecology Oncology team.

This position is central to the patient experience and you will be the primary point of contact for individuals and their families throughout the entire cancer pathway, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond. Your role will involve guiding patients through complex decisions, coordinating care across multiple services, and ensuring they receive timely, personalised support.

As part of the gynaecology multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with surgeons, oncologists, fellow CNS colleagues, clinical trials teams, palliative care specialists, and other members of the wider MDT. You will manage both inpatient and outpatient care, and provide continuity that patients rely on during a challenging time. Beyond direct patient care, you will act as a specialist resource across the Trust offering expert advice and education to colleagues.

This role is ideal for a nurse who wants to develop advanced clinical skills, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of cancer pathways. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference by delivering holistic, evidence-based care in a supportive and innovative environment.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centered care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.