Chemotherapy Nurse

Charing Cross Hospital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking an experienced Chemotherapy Nurse to join their dedicated oncology team. The successful candidate will deliver expert, patient-centred care, administer chemotherapy treatments, and support the Ward Manager. Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff and managing complex clinical situations. This role is ideal for those passionate about oncology care and looking to grow within a vibrant team. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career development are offered.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Staff recognition scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Membership options for onsite leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Registered nurse (level 1) and experience in oncology nursing.
• Mentorship course required to support junior staff.
• Certification in chemotherapy administration and IV drugs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert, patient-centered care as a named nurse.
• Provide clinical leadership and manage complex clinical situations.
• Communicate effectively with patients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Competency in medication administration including IV drugs and chemotherapy certification

IT skills including use of email and Microsoft Office packages

Engages in reflective practice

Education

Registered nurse (level 1)

Relevant specialist course in oncology nursing

Recognised chemotherapy course

Mentorship course

Degree / BSc in Nursing (desirable)

Job description

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced Chemotherapy Nurse (Band 6) to join our dedicated oncology team. In this pivotal role, you will deliver expert, patient-centred care as a named nurse for a defined group of patients, ensuring the highest standards of practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code and Trust guidelines.

As a Chemotherapy Nurse, you will:

• Provide specialist care and clinical leadership within the ward or department.
• Safely administer chemotherapy and intravenous treatments in accordance with Trust protocols.
• Support the Ward Manager by deputising when required and managing complex clinical situations.
• Maintain up-to-date specialist knowledge and act as a role model for best practice.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and clinical governance initiatives, including audits and risk management.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to enhance the patient experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated nurse who is passionate about oncology care and committed to continuous improvement. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Provide positive clinical leadership

Work collaboratively with the senior nurse team to promote high standards of specialist nursing care and support. Deputise for the line manager within the speciality, managing complex situations and taking appropriate action in a variety of settings.

Ensure effective ward / department management

Support the senior nurse team in maintaining the smooth running of the clinical area and uphold high standards of care.

Act as a professional role model

Demonstrate flexibility in approach, providing both direct and indirect clinical care, and contributing to teaching and research activities.

Maintain expert oncology nursing practice

Keep up to date with developments in the speciality, complete mandatory and annual training, and utilise specialist skills and knowledge to deliver safe, effective care.

Support the Ward Manager

Assist in the safe, efficient management of the ward and deputise in their absence to ensure continuity of leadership.

Promote a learning environment

Encourage and participate in the supervision and teaching of junior staff and new team members, including nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person specification

Education / qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered nurse (level 1)
• Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience in oncology nursing
• Recognised chemotherapy course or equivalent.
• Mentorship course

Desirable criteria

• Has attained or is willing to work towards Degree / Bsc in Nursing.

Experience

Desirable criteria

• Experience in people management and improving the patient experience

Skills / knowledge / abilities

Essential criteria

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Competency in medication administration including IV drugs and chemotherapy certification
• IT skills including use of email and Microsoft Office packages.
• Engages in reflective practice to facilitate learning and improvement in self and others

Desirable criteria

• Ability to appraise staff and willingness to learn new skills

Right to work

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