Band 8 Cancer Nurse Specialist Dermatology

Location: Outpatient Clinics across Oldham

Hours: 24 hours per week

Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent

Reports to: Clinical Lead - Dermatology

Main duties of the job

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Cancer NurseSpecialist (CNS) in Dermatology to join our growing team on a part-time basis.This is a senior clinical role with a strong focus on coordinatingmulti-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and managing the ongoing care ofdermatology oncology patients, particularly those with suspected or confirmedskin cancers.

As a key member of the dermatology cancer pathway, you will provide clinical expertise and continuity of care to patients, especially in the follow-up phase, ensuring they receive appropriate support, education, and clinical interventions throughout their journey.

About us

At HealthHarmonie, we are committed to delivering community-based healthcare that is accessible, compassionate, and of the highest clinical quality. We work in partnership with the NHS to bring specialist services closer to patients homes, helping to improve outcomes and reduce waiting times across a range of disciplines, including dermatology and skin cancer.

Why join HealthHarmonie?

• Be part of an innovative, forward-thinking healthcare provider improving access to specialist services.
• Work in a role that offers true impact through high-quality patient care and pathway leadership.
• Enjoy flexible part-time hours that promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Access CPD opportunities and ongoing professional support.
• Competitive salary aligned with NHS Band 8A.

Job responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate dermatology cancer MDT meetings, ensuring timely case discussions, accurate documentation, and clear communication between consultants, surgeons, histopathologists, and other specialists.
• Act as the central point of contact for skin cancer patients, ensuring continuity of care and effective case management.
• Deliver expert follow-up care to patients with skin cancer diagnoses or those undergoing surveillance, offering assessment, advice, and clinical interventions as appropriate.
• Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, skin surveillance, sun safety, and self-monitoring.
• Collaborate closely with dermatologists, plastic surgeons, GPs, and wider MDT members to ensure timely investigations, referrals, and treatment planning.
• Participate in service improvement initiatives, audits, and quality assurance processes to maintain excellence in dermatology cancer services.
• Support the development and implementation of clinical pathways, ensuring they align with NICE guidance and local/national standards.
• Mentor and support junior staff, contributing to a culture of learning and professional development.

Person Specification Knowledge and Skills

• Confident in autonomous clinical practice and decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a patient-centred approach.
• Experience in data collection for MDT tracking and cancer audit submissions.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.

Experience

• Extensive experience in dermatology, oncology, or skin cancer nursing.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate MDT meetings with multi-professional teams.
• Skilled in delivering follow-up care for oncology patients, particularly those with non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancers.
• Strong knowledge of national skin cancer guidelines (e.g., BAD, NICE, MDT manual).
• Previous experience working in community-based dermatology or cancer pathways.

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.