Urology Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Band 6

Job summary

The role of the Urology Cancer Nurse Specialist is a great opportunity to develop your clinical and professional practice. Excellent communication skills and self-awareness are required for your own and others well-being. The post holder will be able to work effectively as part of a team and autonomously. The post holder will be an effective core member of the Urology Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) within Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, acting as a specialist practitioner within the Urology team demonstrating highly developed specialist knowledge in the management of patients with urological diseases and their physical and emotional care.

With opportunities to enhance and develop your leadership and clinical experience, you'll help shape our service into the Centre of Excellence it aspires to be. Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply now and be part of our journey towards excellence in Urology

Expected interview date: 03/11/2026

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver the following: -

Be present at clinical appointments, where patients are receiving a cancer diagnosis, offering additional support and guidance in the early stages and throughout the whole of their pathway

Provide holistic support for patients.

Allow the CNS to offer support to patients in inpatient settings

Make improvements from both national and local drivers

Ensure patients concerns and questions are answered in a timely manner

Prevent unnecessary attendances at the emergency department and admissions

About us

The Urology Team consists of 13 Consultants, 7 Clinical Nurse Specialists, 2 RAPID prostate Nurses and 3 Cancer Support Workers along with a specialist administrative team to support the patient journey and experience. In addition, within the urology team we have nurse practitioners, surgical care practitioners and our specialised ward based in Cheltenham.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information on the main responsibilities of the vacancy

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year (pro rata if part time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

8 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

318-26-T0674

Job locations

Cheltenham General Hospital

Sandford Road

Cheltenham

GL53 7AN

United Kingdom

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