Cancer Specialist Nurse; Upper Gastrointestinal

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and compassionate Specialist Nurse to join our Upper GI Cancer Specialist Nursing Team at Oxford University Hospitals (OUH). OUH is a tertiary referral centre for oesophagogastric cancer. The role will support the current CNS with ongoing development of the oesophagogastric service and support patients with cancer of unknown primary.

• Provide specialist care, information, support and management to patients, their families and carers.
• Deliver holistic, patient‑centred care using the latest technology for individualised assessments and care planning.
• Coordinate complex care pathways and liaise with primary care, allied health professionals, and MDT teams across oncology and surgery.
• Promote a high‑quality service and support clinical decision‑making.
• Support the current CNS with development of the oesophagogastric service.
• Work at an enhanced level of practice, completing specialist training and workplace‑based assessments.
• Engage in professional development and wellbeing activities, achieving academic requirements and demonstrating competency.
• Develop proficiency across the four pillars of practice:
  Clinical, Leadership & Management, Education, and Research.

• Registered nurse with the appropriate professional licence.
• Experience in oncology nursing, preferably upper GI.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Oxford University Hospitals is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country, comprising four hospitals. We provide a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and are committed to safe, respectful, and compassionate care.