Bank Chemotherapy Nurse: Expert Cancer Care

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Great Notley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major NHS Trust in England is seeking an experienced healthcare professional to work within the chemotherapy service, providing essential support and education to patients. The role requires prior experience in oncology, effective patient counselling, and strong triage skills. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to improved patient care and work within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must have had previous experience within this field.
• Ability to counsel and support patients and their carers.
• Experience in documenting patient attendance.

Responsibilities

• Inform and educate patients on chemotherapy and its side effects.
• Undertake telephone triage for chemotherapy patients.
• Communicate and work with all members of the MDT for care and symptom management.

Skills

Patient counselling

Chemotherapy education

Triage skills

Team collaboration

Job description

A major NHS Trust in England is seeking an experienced healthcare professional to work within the chemotherapy service, providing essential support and education to patients. The role requires prior experience in oncology, effective patient counselling, and strong triage skills. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to improved patient care and work within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team.