Clinical Nurse Specialist - Upper GI

Main area Oncology Nursing Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Various hours available) Job
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Site Velindre Cancer Centre Town Cardiff Salary £50,129 - £57,365 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 31/08/2026 23:59

Thank you for your interest in working for Velindre University NHS Trust, which is a committed equal opportunities employer. The Trust welcomes applications from people who share our vision;

Velindre University NHS Trust will be recognised locally, nationally and internationally as a renowned organisation of excellence for patient and donor care, education and research.

our values;

• Caring
• Respectful
• Accountable

and who will complement our current experienced and specialist employees who are passionate about working in a Trust that has the ambition to provide world class services and care to patient and donors.

Velindre University NHS Trust holds a special place at the heart of healthcare in Wales. It is also an amazing organisation to work and to develop your career. The Trust comprises of two divisions, Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service. The Trust also hosts on behalf of the Welsh Government and NHS Wales, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) and Health Technology Wales (HTW).

Velindre University NHS Trust provides our employees with a favourable salary and reward / staff benefits & support package.

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Upper GI

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and highly skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist who will act as a key worker for patients throughout their cancer journey.

Providing person centered compassionate care to patients and their families.
Holistically assess patients’ needs and plan individual person centered are around those needs.
Have an in-depth knowledge and expertise in the speciality to provide patient information, advice and clinical care.
To provide education and be a resource to other health care professionals

This post plays a pivotal role in improving patient experience, clinical outcomes, and continuity of care for individuals as part of their cancer treatment. You will work closely with oncology consultants, nursing teams, pharmacy, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, evidence‑based, patient‑centred care.

Act as the key clinical point of contact for patients receiving cancer treatment

Provide specialist clinical advice, education, and supportto patients and their families

Develop and maintain patient information resources and education materials

Support informed decision‑making and holistic needs assessments

Contribute to service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives

Provide education and support to nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues

Work autonomously within agreed protocols while collaborating closely with the MDT

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027—an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring , respectful , and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other—ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding…