Band 5 Staff Nurse - Oncology Outpatients

The London Clinic; West End; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity-based hospital is hiring a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Ambulatory Cancer Care Unit. You will provide high-quality care to patients undergoing anti-cancer treatments, working in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates are NMC Registered Nurses with strong communication skills and some prior clinical experience, particularly in oncology. This full-time role offers comprehensive training and benefits, including private medical insurance and generous holidays.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Travel season ticket loan

Family friendly benefits

Retail discounts

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an acute clinical healthcare setting, preferably in oncology or chemotherapy.
• Strong emotional intelligence and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective nursing care for patients undergoing systemic anti-cancer treatments.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure a person-centered patient journey.
• Assess, plan, and evaluate care to maintain high standards.

Skills

NMC Registered Nurse (Adult)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proactive and adaptable

Team player

Education

Registered Nurse with valid NMC pin

Job description

Overview

Band 5 Staff Nurse - Oncology Outpatients. Working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary cancer care team, you will ensure effective coordination of ambulatory cancer care services which optimises patient safety, experience and clinical outcomes, supports clinical and professional development of junior staff, and maintains compliance with NMC standards.

Main duties

As a Band 5 Staff Nurse within the Ambulatory Cancer Care Unit (Level 3), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients undergoing systemic anti-cancer treatments (SACT) and supportive care treatments such as blood product support for a range of oncology and haemato-oncology diagnoses.

About us

The London Clinic is one of the UK\'s largest independent charitable hospitals, with a proud history of providing world-class care since 1932. Our award-winning Duchess of Devonshire Wing is a purpose-built Cancer Centre offering state-of-the-art treatments and a calm, supportive environment for patients and staff.

Role details

Job Title: Band 5 Staff Nurse
Department: Ambulatory Cancer Care Unit
Location: The Duchess of Devonshire Wing, 22 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6JA
Salary: £40,000 to £45,500 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Hours: 37.5 per week, across four long days (Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 6.00pm). No nights or weekends.

Key Duties

• Deliver safe and effective nursing care to achieve excellent clinical outcomes for patients receiving SACT and supportive treatments.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve a seamless and person-centred patient journey.
• Assess, plan, and evaluate care to achieve high standards of practice and safety.
• Engage in structured training and development to achieve competency in IV therapy and chemotherapy administration.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to achieve service excellence across cancer care.

Skills and Experience

• NMC Registered Nurse (Adult).
• Previous oncology experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with emotional intelligence.
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to professional growth.
• A team player who demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and resilience.

What We Offer

• Full training in venepuncture, cannulation, and central venous access devices.
• Training to attain IV Passport and UKONS-compliant Chemotherapy Passport.
• A structured development plan with SMART objectives and ongoing CPD.
• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Exposure to innovative cancer treatments and holistic care models.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Travel season ticket loan
• Family friendly benefits
• A range of retail discounts
• Excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.

Apply now

We will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis. The advert may close early once all vacancies are filled, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Strictly no agency contact please. All direct applications will be considered in line with our recruitment process. The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities to benefit our patients, staff and the wider community. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) pin.

Experience

• Experience in an acute clinical healthcare setting, preferably within an acute medical or surgical specialty, oncology ward or chemotherapy unit.

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.