Chemotherapy Nurse

NHS; Luton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a highly motivated nurse to join their oncology unit in Luton. The role involves providing high-quality care and support to cancer patients, administering treatments safely, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless service delivery. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in oncology/chemotherapy at Band 5 or above.
• Proficient in Cannulation and venepuncture.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to cancer patients in a chemotherapy unit.
• Administer cytotoxic treatments safely in a nurse-led setting.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

RGN

Post graduation study/Haematology/Oncology course

SACT accredited course/Passport

Degree level study evidence

Continued professional development evidence

Job description

Job summary

We are a nurse led unit with excellent patient experience feedback; we are looking for a highly motivated passionate nurse to complement our team. Clinical supervision is available as well as full support for personal development.

Main duties:

To provide a high standard of care to patients who attend the chemotherapy unit for treatment and other supportive therapies.

To work with the multi-disciplinary teams, Oncology Consultants, and site specific Clinical Nurse Specialists to provide a seamless service for patients with cancer, their relatives and carers.

To ensure that cytotoxic drugs, blood transfusions and other treatments are administered in a safe manner in a nurse-led setting. It is expected that the post holder will be responsible for their own decisions regarding care, with the support of senior nurses.

You will need to be able to demonstrate key skills as an experienced nurse as well as extensive knowledge and expert experience in delivering chemotherapy treatments. You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, supportive care experience and the ability to work autonomously, whist ensuring patients and their family's needs are met.

Main duties of the job

To work with the multi-disciplinary teams, Oncology Consultants, AOS team and site specific Clinical Nurse Specialists to provide a seamless service for patients with cancer, their relatives and carers.

To provide a high standard of care to patients who attend the chemotherapy unit for treatment and other supportive therapies.

To ensure that cytotoxic drugs, blood transfusions and other treatments are administered in a safe manner in a nurse-led setting. It is expected that the post holder will be responsible for their own decisions regarding care, with the support of senior nurses.

To ensure patients and their carers receive ongoing support throughout their treatment.

The post holder will be expected to work closely with the AOS team, and other appropriate professionals involved in the patient's care pathway.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.

Our Values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Details Date posted

17 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

418-CAN0618-VR

Job locations

Luton

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

Job description Job responsibilities

To ensure the safe ,effective and efficient care and management of cancer patients.

To facilitate and manage the smooth running of the treatment administration clinics on a daily basis and to take charge of the treatment day in collaboration with the Senior Nurse

To assist with the implementation of standard setting, measuring outcomes and taking an active part in clinical audit.

Job description Job responsibilities

To ensure the safe ,effective and efficient care and management of cancer patients.

To facilitate and manage the smooth running of the treatment administration clinics on a daily basis and to take charge of the treatment day in collaboration with the Senior Nurse

To assist with the implementation of standard setting, measuring outcomes and taking an active part in clinical audit.

Person Specification Skills Essential

• oRGN oPost graduation study/Haematology/Oncology course. oSACT accredited course/Passport oEvidence degree level study oEvidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• oBSC/MSC oMentorship/teaching oCancer / Oncology qualification oNon medical prescriber

Experience Essential

• oProven experience post registration experience at Band 5 or above in oncology/chemotherapy oProficient in Cannulation and venepuncture. oLeadership skills. oDemonstrate extensive experience in the administration of cytotoxic chemotherapy. oCare of central venous access devices Experience of multi-professional working oLeadership and management.

Desirable

• oLeadership course / training oPrevious band 6 experience

Knowledge Essential

• oKnowledge of cancer and chemotherapy treatments. oUnderstanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times. oCytotoxic treatments and management of treatment side effects oCurrent relevant research oTeam working oAbility to support and influence change

Desirable

• oData collection service improvement oExperience of audit and research oExperience of teaching

Person Specification Skills Essential

• oRGN oPost graduation study/Haematology/Oncology course. oSACT accredited course/Passport oEvidence degree level study oEvidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• oBSC/MSC oMentorship/teaching oCancer / Oncology qualification oNon medical prescriber

Experience Essential

• oProven experience post registration experience at Band 5 or above in oncology/chemotherapy oProficient in Cannulation and venepuncture. oLeadership skills. oDemonstrate extensive experience in the administration of cytotoxic chemotherapy. oCare of central venous access devices Experience of multi-professional working oLeadership and management.

Desirable

• oLeadership course / training oPrevious band 6 experience

Knowledge Essential

• oKnowledge of cancer and chemotherapy treatments. oUnderstanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times. oCytotoxic treatments and management of treatment side effects oCurrent relevant research oTeam working oAbility to support and influence change

Desirable

• oData collection service improvement oExperience of audit and research oExperience of teaching

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)