Chemotherapy Nurse

Sciensus; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European life sciences organization is seeking a Chemotherapy Nurse to provide holistic, home-based care to patients in Newcastle. The role involves administering chemotherapy treatments, maintaining professional standards, and supporting patients and families. Essential skills include IV therapies and venepuncture. The position typically requires 37.5 hours per week, with part-time hours available. A full UK driving license is essential for regional visits, and an NMC pin is required for application.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance £4,887.50

Qualifications

• NMC pin is required on application to evidence registered nurse status.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic one-to-one care within the patient’s own home.
• Administer chemotherapy treatments as defined in the patient’s care plan.
• Maintain professional standards and collect clinical data.

Skills

IV therapies

Venepuncture

Sub-cutaneous injections

Holistic clinical assessments

Job description

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England

Position: Chemotherapy Nurse

Due to continued growth we have a position for a Chemotherapy Nurse to join our Newcastle team. The nurse will provide holistic one-to-one care within the patient’s own home and travel regionally to visit patients, delivering specialist treatment and supporting patients and families.

A typical day involves attending between 2–5 patients, administering a range of haematological and solid tumour chemotherapy treatments as defined in the patient’s care plan. You will maintain professional standards, collect clinical data, and be an ambassador for patient-focused care while building long-lasting relationships with patients, carers, stakeholders and families.

Work pattern: typically Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Part-time hours considered (minimum 3 working days). A full UK driving licence is essential due to regional home visits.

Key Skills Required:

• IV therapies
• Venepuncture
• Sub-cutaneous injections (cannulation skills are advantageous)
• Holistic clinical assessments

Your NMC pin is required on application to evidence your registered nurse status.

Who we are

Sciensus is a leading European life sciences organisation with over 30 years of experience, helping patients gain access to beneficial treatments and life-changing medicines. We empower patients with digital tools to manage treatments, report on symptoms and quality of life, and access support through their care journey. We blend this with personalised support from our team of over 700 licensed clinical staff, delivering care in patients’ homes or guiding self-administration where appropriate.

What we offer

We aim to motivate, develop and recognise colleagues. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Company car or car allowance £4,887.50

Our Values

We are committed to equal opportunity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all candidates and select based on skills, qualifications and experience. Please discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require during the application process.