The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Nurse Specialist - Lung Cancer

The closing date is 16 June 2025

Job summary

Permanent position

Various hours available

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Lung clinical nurse specialist to be part of our busy welcoming team.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist / Practitioner who is passionate about delivering and promoting excellent, evidence-based respiratory care.

In this senior role, you will lead and support a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, physiotherapists, nursing associates, associate practitioners, physio technicians, and administrative staff.

Together, you will provide high-quality care to patients with respiratory conditions, enabling them to receive treatment in their preferred place of care.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year Pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-05-042

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S602UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered General Nurse
Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

Degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway.
Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards
Non-Medical Prescribing

Professional Registration/PIN

Essential

Please enter NMC PIN

Experience

Essential

Demonstrable relevant post-registration experience of working within respiratory/cancer services
Relevant post-registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in Respiratory Oncology
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of teaching
Experience of audit and research

Knowledge

Essential

Awareness of local and national guidelines
Risk management awareness

Communication and relationships

Essential

Able to present and receive highly complex and highly sensitive information within a multidisciplinary team
Able to deliver sensitive information to patients and relatives, giving accurate and up to date information whilst working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
Experience of breaking bad news.
Proven influencing and negotiation skills
Ability to deal with challenging situations in a professional manner.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Shows an adaptable approach to situations.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered General Nurse
Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

Degree in related subject or undertaking a Degree Pathway.
Advanced Communications Skills Training or prepared to work towards
Non-Medical Prescribing

Professional Registration/PIN

Essential

Please enter NMC PIN

Experience

Essential

Demonstrable relevant post-registration experience of working within respiratory/cancer services
Relevant post-registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in Respiratory Oncology
Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience of teaching
Experience of audit and research

Knowledge

Essential

Awareness of local and national guidelines
Risk management awareness

Communication and relationships

Essential

Able to present and receive highly complex and highly sensitive information within a multidisciplinary team
Able to deliver sensitive information to patients and relatives, giving accurate and up to date information whilst working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.
Experience of breaking bad news.
Proven influencing and negotiation skills
Ability to deal with challenging situations in a professional manner.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Shows an adaptable approach to situations.

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.