Chemotherapy Development Nurse

NHS; Margate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Chemotherapy Development Nurse in Margate. This rewarding role offers the chance to develop your nursing career in a dynamic environment, providing holistic care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. You'll work alongside a dedicated team, enhancing your skills in a specialized area while making a real difference in patients' lives. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work culture, this position is perfect for compassionate individuals eager to contribute to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with clinical experience and chemotherapy competency.
• Effective in time management and venipuncture.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic care to patients and families throughout treatment.
• Collaborate with care groups to manage cancer patients.

Skills

Effective time management

Venipuncture and cannulation

Chemotherapy competent

Competent in the administration of IV medication

Competent in oral medication administration

Education

Registered Nurse with at least 6 months post-registration experience

Relevant clinical experience

One year or more post-registration experience

SACT course

Job description

Go back East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Chemotherapy Development Nurse

The closing date is 13 May 2025

We are currently seeking a highly motivated nurse to join our nurse-led unit as a Chemotherapy Development Nurse at Viking Day Unit, Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital, Margate.

Whilst this is a challenging role that requires someone who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments, it is also very rewarding and offers great career progression.

No two days are the same, and the role draws on and enables the post-holder to use a variety of skills and expertise. You must enjoy working with people and want to make a real difference to our patients' and families' lives, as well as contribute positively to the team and our service.

If you feel this describes you and you would like to broaden your nursing career and specialise in this area, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The posts offer:

• The opportunity to develop professionally with the aim of becoming a competent, knowledgeable chemotherapy nurse
• The ability to provide holistic care to the patient and their family throughout their treatment
• The opportunity to work in the highly specialised area of cancer services
• The ability to manage emotional issues relating to various stages of the patient's journey empathetically
• The opportunity to be part of a team that collaborates with all care groups to develop a service for the care and management of patients with cancer.

The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care in which they are competent, without direct supervision, and may be required to supervise and support the training of both qualified and unqualified staff.

These are some of the reasons that make this a 'great place to work'.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people.

Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected, and confident that we are making a difference'.

We have adopted a new way of working called 'We care', which empowers frontline staff to lead improvements daily. We're looking for compassionate individuals to join us on this journey to improve care for patients, families, and carers every day.

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with at least 6 months post-registration experience
• Relevant clinical experience
• One year or more post-registration experience
• SACT course

Skills

• Effective time management
• Venipuncture and cannulation

Additional Skills

• Competent in the administration of IV medication
• Competent in oral medication administration
• Chemotherapy competent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to verify any criminal convictions through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust