Clinical Nurse Specialist Visa Sponsorship Uk

Job Description

Join Our Team: Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist in Neurological Cancers

At University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHSussex), we’re seeking a dedicated Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist to deliver specialised, compassionate care to patients living with neurological cancers. This pivotal position focuses on empowering patients and their loved ones from the moment of diagnosis, fostering informed choices and seamless support throughout their care journey.

Visa Sponsorship Opportunity
This position qualifies for sponsorship via the UK’s Skilled Worker visa scheme, administered by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). To be eligible, candidates must satisfy UKVI’s core criteria, such as appropriate skill levels, a minimum salary threshold of £25,000, and any occupation-specific standards. For full details on eligibility and the application process, visit the official UK Government Skilled Worker visa guidance.

Core Focus and Development

In this role, you’ll primarily specialise in one neurological cancer pathway while collaborating across multiple tumour types, ensuring adaptability to evolving service demands and enriching your professional growth. You’ll advance through the ACCEND (Aspirant Cancer Career and Education Development) programme, aligning your practice with the Four Pillars of Nursing: clinical direct care, leadership and management, education, and research/evidence-based practice. This structured pathway will equip you to excel as a vital link in our multidisciplinary oncology team.

Key Responsibilities

Patient-Centred Support and Coordination

• Serve as a dedicated keyworker, delivering tailored nursing expertise, education, and guidance to cancer patients and families.
• Conduct comprehensive holistic needs assessments and craft personalised care strategies to address physical, emotional, and practical challenges.
• Facilitate emotional counselling, symptom control, and navigation through treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or end-of-life care.
• Coordinate diagnostics, therapy schedules, and post-treatment monitoring to promote continuity and efficiency.

Communication and Collaboration

• Deliver accessible telephone triage and advisory services, ensuring prompt responses to patient queries.
• Collaborate with oncologists, surgical teams, nutritionists, palliative specialists, and allied professionals to optimise outcomes.
• Contribute actively to Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) discussions, advocating for patient perspectives in care planning.
• Bridge gaps between services, streamlining referrals and transitions for uninterrupted support.

Education, Advocacy, and Innovation

• Provide clear, empathetic explanations of diagnoses, treatment pathways, and self-management techniques to empower patients.
• Champion patient rights and preferences within clinical and organisational settings.
• Lead or facilitate community-based support networks and educational workshops for patients and carers.
• Engage in quality audits, clinical research, and pathway enhancements, including the creation of updated guidelines.
• Commit to lifelong learning by integrating the newest oncology nursing evidence, in line with NHS England’s Cancer Nursing Framework.

Why Choose UHSussex?

We’re committed to building an inclusive environment where every voice strengthens our mission to prioritise patient well-being. As a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and Veteran Aware organisation, we actively promote accessibility and support for all. Our diverse Staff Networks foster belonging, and we pair new colleagues with mentors to ease your integration into our innovative, patient-first culture.

Compassion defines us—we extend the same kindness to our teams as we do to those we serve. Our comprehensive Wellbeing Programme offers resources for mental health, resilience, and balance, including flexible hours where feasible, recognising that self-care fuels exceptional care for others.

As a forward-thinking university trust at the forefront of medical research, we prioritise your professional evolution. From day one, you’ll access tailored training, mentorship, and opportunities to teach and innovate, paving the way for a rewarding, enduring career where your impact is tangible and celebrated.

Explore more about working with us in our Candidate Information Pack.

Next Steps

We’re excited about the possibility of welcoming you to UHSussex and witnessing the positive change you’ll bring. Review the full job description below for an in-depth look at duties and expectations. Applications are open—apply today to embark on this meaningful path.

Important Note for Internal Applicants: If you’re currently employed by another NHS Trust or UHSussex and interested in this as a secondment, please obtain written approval from your manager or Trust prior to submitting. Without this, we cannot proceed with secondment arrangements; consider applying for the fixed-term option instead