Charge Nurse/Sister - Oncology

NHS; Bath; Vor Ort; GBP 40.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust in Bath is seeking a Sister/Charge Nurse for Oncology/ Haematology on William Budd ward. The post offers Band 6 leadership with a 37.5 hour week, including weekends and nights when required, and a strong focus on patient safety and Excel Gold standards.

You will support the ward leadership, promote high quality care, and contribute to team development. The role requires passion for patient experience and ongoing professional development.

Qualifikationen

• Registered nurse with NMC registration and valid PIN.
• Experience in Oncology/Haematology.
• SACT module or equivalent training.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience at Band 5 in Oncology/Haematology.

Aufgaben

• Provide nursing care as named nurse for a defined group of patients.
• Develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care including discharge planning.
• To manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to the person holding responsibility.
• Promote nursing leadership, audit and quality improvement.

Jobbeschreibung

Main area Oncology/ Heamtology - Inpatient Unit Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent: 37.5 hours as 12.5 hour shifts, also working weekends and nights. Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday flexible day off in the week) Job ref 427- 8407641

Employer Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Town Bath Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 23/11/2026 23:59

Charge Nurse/Sister - Oncology

Band 6

Job overview

Join us as Sister / Charge Nurse in Oncology / Haematology

This is a great opportunity to join our nursing team on William Budd ward which is based within the Dyson Cancer Centre.

William Budd comprises of 22 bedded ward caring for patients from 16 years of age upwards. Our patients receive intensive systemic anti-cancer therapy, radiotherapy, stem cell transplantation, symptom management and / or end of life care.

We are seeking a dedicated nurse who is wishes to develop their leadership and management experience. In this role you will promote excellence in care, patient safety and experience and willing to contribute to the continued success of the ward team.

You will be joining a friendly and energetic team who have a wealth of experience and knowledge and who actively encourage staff development and engagement.

We are dynamic and passionate in our drive to deliver outstanding care with patient safety and experience at the heart of what we do and have recently achieved ‘Excel Gold accreditation’.

William Budd Ward is a fast-paced and often challenging environment. If you think you are up for a new exciting, demanding and stretching opportunity then we welcome your interest and application.

Informal enquires / visits encouraged! Please contact Holly Woodford email: [e-mail] or call: 01225 825094

Main duties of the job

To work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines as a named nurse for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for:

• The assessment of care and health education needs;
• The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient.

To be designated to manage the ward/department and/or act as a deputy to the person holding continuing responsibility.

To develop leadership skills and experience in the management of the ward/department.

To promote and participate in the implementation of the RUH Nursing strategy:

• Reviewing nursing practice and implementing appropriate changes based on research/best practice;
• Developing and implementing Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives.

To participate in clinical supervision programmes as appropriate, and to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor to nursing or non-nursing staff.

To promote and maintain effective communication.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person‑centred care we’re proud of.

We’re committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing – and yes, we even have a pool!

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration. Part 1,2,12
• Evidence of ongoing experience in oncology / haematology
• SACT module/ equivalent

Application/Interview

• Up to date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within Oncology/Haematology and the application of this practice.
• Evidence of experience at band 5 in specialty
• Understanding the basic principles in staff management
• Experience taking charge of a ward/ delegating responsibilities
• Understanding of NMC code of practice and requirements

application/ interview

• 6-12 months acute experience in NHS
• Demonstrates commitment to professional development
• Previous experience at taking charge
• Demonstrates awareness of audit and quality issues and able to apply this

Please note - Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa's) should reviewthe eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.