Chemotherapy Nurse

Princess Alexandra Hospital; Harlow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is seeking an experienced oncology nurse to join the chemotherapy service in West Essex. The post focuses on delivering safe, patient-centred care for individuals undergoing chemotherapy and supportive therapies.

You will work within a multi-professional team, develop your oncology skills, and may pursue a post-registration oncology/chemotherapy course in the future.

Qualifications

• Post-registration oncology/chemotherapy course in the future.
• Nursing qualification and registration are expected.

Responsibilities

• To administer systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT) in a range of routes, safely and in line with your skill set.
• To administer supportive treatments, safely, and in line with your skill set i.e Blood transfusions, IV Fluids, magnesium, immunoglobins & iron infusions
• To carry out therapeutic venesection providing all care and supervision required by these patients.
• To always act in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and within the principles of professional practice and ensure others in the team also work accordingly.

Skills

Cannulation

Venepuncture

SACT administration

Central venous catheter care

Team collaboration

Documentation

NMC Code of Conduct

Education

Post-registration oncology/chemotherapy course (future)

Nursing qualification

Tools

Chemo Care

Cerner

Job description

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Job overview

To provide the highest standard of administration, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised holistic patient care in conjunction with the multi-professional team for Chemotherapy patients.

We are looking for someone who wants to increase their oncology experience and really wants to work in this rewarding environment. Applicants should have the motivation to undertake a recognised post registration oncology/ chemotherapy course in the future. Cannulation, phlebotomy, or central lines skills are an advantage, but if not, then you should have enthusiasm to develop these skills.

The post holder will deliver an excellent patient focused service for patients having all aspects of treatment including chemotherapy and supportive therapies.

Main duties of the job

• To administer systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT) in a range of routes, safely and in line with your skill set.
• To administer supportive treatments, safely, and in line with your skill set i.e Blood transfusions, IV Fluids, magnesium, immunoglobins & iron infusions
• To carry out therapeutic venesection providing all care and supervision required by these patients.
• To always act in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct (Ensures working colleagues also act in accordance with the Code of Conduct) and within the principles of the scope of Professional Practice and ensures other members of the team also work within the code.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To be knowledgeable of the treatment regimens and side effects, adopting a problem-solving approach in managing the potential complications of treatment.
• To ensure all relevant investigations are carried out prior to administration of treatment and to complete all relevant documentation.
• To plan, assess and evaluate the problems and needs of individual patients and their families undergoing supportive therapies.
• To become expert in cannulation, venepuncture, central venous catheters and highly experienced in venous access assessment and administration of intravenous supportive therapies for solid tumour, haematology and non-malignancy conditions as required.
• To work as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care to the patients.
• To perform and assist with agreed procedures appropriate to the role and function within the guidelines set down by the Trust.
• To carry out practical clinical tasks and the supporting the provision of blood transfusion and other intravenous treatments, providing all care and supervision required by these patients.
• To provide specialist clinical knowledge and practice to patients and carers.
• To participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process
• Educational
• Maintain own personal development and ensure own educational needs are met.
• Promote and support self-awareness of colleagues own professional, educational and developmental needs.
• Ensure all mandatory training is up to date.
• Management and Organisation
• To be conversant with all Trust and department policies and procedure and ensure that they are adhered to.
• To participate in the effective utilisation of resources within the department
• To maintain a safe environment for patients and staff within the department at all times and take appropriate action to achieve this.
• To establish and maintain good communication links with all relevant personnel and departments as necessary in order to facilitate effective patient care.
• To assist in the smooth running of the department in ensuring that the treatments are organised and delivered appropriately with liaison of relevant departments, i.e pharmacy, blood bank.
• To be aware of own limitation and emotional effort needed.
• To be competent in the use of the computer systems: Chemo Care, Cerner and developing the skills of others.
• Maintain appropriate patient and clinical records in line with the Trusts polices and procedure and in line with the agreed service specification.
• Ensure that all patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the workplace.

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and the manager. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure.