Macmillan Upper GI Clinical Nurse Specialist

Overview

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.

We have a fantastic opportunity available for a full time B7 permanent position within a passionate and dedicated Upper GI Cancer Clinical Nurse specialist team. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Band 7 nurse to join our team who will be committed to work collaboratively with our Upper GI Multi-disciplinary Team professionals. The current team are based in Bristol Royal Infirmary delivering high standards of person centred care. This role will be across the University Hospital Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.

Responsibilities

The post holder will function as an autonomous practitioner, delivering a high-quality, holistic, patient-centred specialist nursing service for patients diagnosed with upper gastrointestinal (GI) cancers. They will provide expert, evidence‑based care, information, and support to patients and their families across the full cancer pathway, from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and where appropriate, end‑of‑life care.

The post holder will demonstrate a high level of clinical expertise in upper GI oncology, providing specialist advice, psychological support, and education to patients, carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team. They will contribute to and influence clinical decision‑making within the multidisciplinary team (MDT), advocating for patient needs and preferences.

Working collaboratively across primary, secondary, and tertiary care, the post holder will coordinate care to ensure a seamless, safe, and effective patient experience. They will also work closely with allied health professionals and palliative care services to optimise patient outcomes.

The CNS will actively contribute to education, mentorship, clinical supervision, audit, and research activities. They will support the development of nursing practice within the team, promote evidence‑based care, and participate in service evaluation to drive continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice particularly within speciality area of UPGI cancer
• Significant relevant clinical experience in care of patients with UPGI cancer
• Substantial current speciality experience
• Experience of undertaking research or audit projects
• Evidence of recent teaching experience

Desirable criteria

• Experience and knowledge of advanced practice/protocols

Qualifications and Training

Essential criteria

• Active NMC Registration
• Degree in nursing or health related subject
• Relevant accredited post registration at level 3
• Qualification in Teaching and Assessing or equivalent experience
• Evidence of masters level academic study or willingness to work towards Masters

Desirable criteria

• Management qualification
• Non- Medical Prescribing

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

• Highly effective communication skills - verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives including in situations of conflict or distress
• Able to gain credibility with and influence colleagues including influencing clinical changes where appropriate
• Strong organisational skills - prioritising complex situations
• The ability to lead and influence change
• Demonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality
• Clinical expert in UPGI Cancer and takes accountability for own actions
• Knowledge of national and local speciality head and neck cancer related policies and changes
• Demonstrates ability to implement and utilise audit data to improve quality
• Excellent Information technology skills

Aptitudes

Essential criteria

• Resilient and reflective
• Supportive
• Respectful
• Innovative
• Collaborative
• Equitable

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and provides a forward‑thinking, multi‑award winning environment committed to improving patient care.

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This advert closes on Wednesday 8 Apr 2026

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