Haematology/Oncology Senior Staff Nurse

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Registered Nurse for a fast-track development role in haemato-oncology care. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality patient care and develop skills in a supportive environment. Minimum 12 months acute healthcare experience is required, with a focus on safe chemotherapy administration. This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your nursing career in a progressive cancer centre.

Benefits

Access to social events

Complementary therapies

Qualifications

• 12 months post-registration experience in an acute healthcare setting required.
• Oncology or haematology experience desirable.
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop as a qualified haemato-oncology nurse across four main areas.
• Administer chemotherapy and IV fluids safely.
• Participate in risk management and quality improvement.

Skills

Chemotherapy competent

Advanced IV administration skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Patient advocacy

Mentoring abilities

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult)

Minimum 45 credits at Level 3 or equivalent

Working towards a degree

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Overview

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Job summary

These are exciting times for nursing in a progressive and rapidly expanding cancer centre. Adult cancer nursing in the Macmillan Cancer Centre comprises four departments: Supportive Care (Red Cell/General Haematology), Chemotherapy Daycare (Oncology and Haematology), Apheresis (peripheral blood stem cell harvest programme and therapeutic plasma exchange), and Ambulatory Care (high dose chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant as day-case care).

We provide highly specialised care for adults with cancer and non-cancer diagnoses, covering a wide range of haematological and oncology diseases. The centre operates 8am–8pm, Monday to Saturday (Ambulatory Care open daily). Staff rotate through the four main adult nursing treatment areas to develop advanced skills and knowledge. The successful applicant will need a minimum of 12 months post-registration experience in an acute healthcare setting. Oncology or haematology experience is desirable but not essential, as we are seeking high-calibre nurses with potential.

Main duties of the job

This is a fast track development role for the unit. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to develop as a qualified haemato-oncology nurse by working in the four main areas (one of the largest such units in the UK). The nurse will be supported by the nursing team and clinical practice facilitators to become competent in cancer patient care, including blood and IV administration and the safe administration of chemotherapy. Successful candidates will receive local orientation and ongoing specialty training and support.

About us

We have a highly skilled, diverse team in MCC Daycare, operating in a nurse-led environment. You will develop key working relationships with a multi-professional team, including nursing and medical staff, allied health professionals, and support workers. The team works in a fast-paced, evolving unit with a strong reputation for care and services. Staff wellbeing is supported through social events and access to complementary therapies on the unit.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For detailed information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification (Supporting Documents).

Person Specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult)
• Minimum 45 credits at Level 3 or equivalent (30 of which must be haematology/cancer nursing education) or equivalent experience in the specialty
• Teaching qualification or equivalent
• Studying towards a degree or willing to undertake

Desirable

• Attained a Bachelor or Masters Degree

Experience

Essential

• Proven clinical experience at Band 5 (or equivalent) with relevant haemato-oncology experience

Patient Care

Essential

• Chemotherapy competent, advanced IV administration skills
• Able to act as a patient educator

Communication & Customer Care

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Able to act as a patient advocate

Personal & People Development (KSF)

Essential

• Demonstrates evidence of professional development
• Demonstrates evidence of being able to educate others within the specialty
• Experience of facilitating practice and acting as a mentor

Quality and Service Improvement (KSF)

Essential

• Develops commitment to research and evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates understanding of audit and quality issues
• Demonstrates ability to participate in risk management
• Demonstrates ability to innovate/change practice to maximise patient care (appropriate to grade)

Information processing (IT skills)

Essential

• Computer literacy

Disclosure and DBS/UK Registration

Disclosure This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires a DBS check.

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 government website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the relevant guidance.

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

MCC, Huntley Street, London, WC1E 6AG