Chemotherapy Nurse

Work Learn Live Blmk; Bedford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Chemotherapy Nurse to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will administer systemic anti-cancer treatments and provide specialized cancer care within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. This position offers a unique opportunity for professional growth, as you will transition from band 5 to band 6 following relevant training. With a commitment to excellence, you will ensure high standards of care and serve as a role model for junior staff. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Access to high-quality training and development programs

State-of-the-art facilities

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with chemotherapy qualification and substantial experience in oncology.
• Strong practical skills in cannulation and venepuncture, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Administer and care for patients receiving chemotherapy in a multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise and support junior staff while ensuring high standards of patient care.

Skills

Chemotherapy administration

Cannulation & venepuncture

Clinical leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team leadership

Basic IT skills

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Chemotherapy qualification

UKONS SACT Passport

Mentorship support for professional practice

Job description

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Chemotherapy Nurse

The closing date is 13 May 2025

An opportunity has arisen for a chemotherapy nurse to work in the chemotherapy suite in the Primrose Unit.

This post is a developmental role from band 5 to band 6, contingent upon completing relevant chemotherapy training, obtaining the necessary qualification, gaining sufficient experience in delivering chemotherapy, and meeting the set competencies required for a band 6 position.

The post holder will be responsible for administering and caring for patients receiving systemic anti-cancer treatment, as well as delivering high standards of specialist cancer and palliative care within the Macmillan Primrose Unit at Bedford Hospital NHS Trust.

Responsibilities include supervising and supporting junior staff, students, and healthcare assistants, and working as part of a multidisciplinary cancer care team.

Main duties of the job

You should possess excellent communication and organisational skills, be trained in the administration of chemotherapy and related treatments, and provide specialised nursing care within a multidisciplinary team. You will be expected to demonstrate high standards of clinical work when assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient care.

Act as a professional role model and provide effective clinical leadership.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a population of approximately 700,000 across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, with two hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both sites offer key services such as A&E, obstetrics-led maternity, and paediatrics.

Joining our friendly, high-performing Trust, you will have access to high-quality training and development programs to support your career growth.

Our state-of-the-art facilities place us at the forefront of healthcare technology. We are committed to delivering excellent patient care using the latest clinical knowledge and technology.

Please note that vacancies may close early if sufficient applications are received. We encourage you to apply promptly.

All new staff will undergo a six-month probationary period. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all attached documents to familiarize yourself with the job requirements.

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached for detailed information.

• Ensure care delivery aligns with Trust and unit policies.
• Participate in induction and preceptorship programs as appropriate after training.
• Ensure proper custody, administration, and recording of drugs according to Trust policies, regional guidelines, and NMC standards.
• Follow policies on extravasation of cytotoxic drugs and anaphylaxis when required.
• Report any issues affecting the standard of patient care to the Unit/Ward Manager.
• Adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Chemotherapy qualification
• Cannulation & venepuncture course
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• UKONS SACT Passport
• Mentorship support for professional practice or equivalent
• Substantial experience in acute general practice or similar
• Strong practical/clinical skills
• Experience working in oncology
• Experience undertaking audits
• Experience administering chemotherapy
• Experience in clinical leadership

Knowledge

• Knowledge of professional issues and policies related to the specialist area
• Ability to act as a mentor and preceptor
• Awareness of and compliance with the NMC code of conduct
• Understanding of clinical governance

Skills

• Skilled in cannulation & venepuncture
• Basic IT skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to triage patients
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change
• Skilled in PICC/Port management
• Team leadership and motivational skills

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 check for any previous convictions.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust