Junior Charge Nurse - Gazzard Day Unit

Integrated Care System; London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Junior Charge Nurse for the Gazzard Day Unit, specializing in chemotherapy and HIV treatment. This role requires significant clinical experience, excellent communication, and leadership skills. The successful candidate will promote high-quality patient care and manage a dedicated team, ensuring a supportive environment for learners and staff. A competitive salary and permanent full-time contract are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive work environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in chemotherapy and HIV patient care.
• Knowledge of venepuncture and cannulation.
• Post-registration qualification relevant to specialty.

Responsibilities

• Lead on assessing and implementing high quality care.
• Manage staffing arrangements and ensure safe practice.
• Participate in the education of learners.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Conflict management

Education

Registered RN

Diploma in Higher Education

SACT course

Job description

Go back Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Charge Nurse - Gazzard Day Unit

The closing date is 21 August 2025

Gazzard Day Unit is both a chemotherapy and HIV day treatment service, based at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. We are part of the largest HIV centre in Europe. Our opening times are Monday-Friday 8-6pm.

A position has arisen for a Band 6 nurse in our friendly and dedicated team. Caring for patients undergoing chemotherapy and / or HIV is essential, alongside venepuncture and cannulation. Experience in the administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy would be desirable however Gazzard Day Unit actively encourages education and progression.

GDU consists of a combination of beds, treatment chairs and negative pressure facilities. Patients that are seen here usually have a diagnosis of lung, urological, haematological or HIV related malignancies. Patients not only attend the unit for the duration of their chemotherapy but also for their supportive therapies, central line management and oncological emergencies. Patients are also admitted to hospital via Gazzard Day Unit. These regular attendances allow for continuity of care and help facilitate a close, professional relationship between patients and staff.

The candidate should have excellent clinical and communication skills, a compassionate nature and should be willing to work closely with the Senior Charge Nurse in helping to develop and provide an exceptional patient experience and supportive learning environment for staff.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member, and team leader. They will have significant clinical experience, provide sound clinical expertise to their team, and coordinate and deliver high quality care. They will be a role model for expert clinical care, and lead on specific projects / management functions as delegated by the Sister / Charge Nurse. They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.

In general settings, they will be the assigned deputy for their manager, coordinating clinical, managerial and education requirements of the area, and being a role model for team members, whilst delivering and overseeing high standards of care.

In specialist settings, they will have a significant level of specialist clinical knowledge and expertise in the clinical functions of care delivery. They will provide advice and guidance also.

Please note: Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job responsibilities

Clinical:

• Lead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectives
• Lead on complex clinical care for patients within their area
• Ensure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policy
• Promote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectives.

Leadership and management:

• Manage the day to day staffing arrangements and rotas, to ensure safe levels of practice
• Be a shift coordinator on a regular basis where appropriate
• Ensure staff adhere to Trust protocols of care, eg Infection Control
• Take continuing responsibility for the Ward / Department in the absence of the manager
• Lead and manage their own clinical team within general clinical areas, and of the total team in the absence of the manager, in line with Trust values
• Develop and maintain effective communication and working relationships with other professional groups, and staff generally within the Division and the Trust

Education & research:

• Participate in the education of all learners within their area
• Actively support and assist in preceptorship and in pre-registration student support, supervision and guidance including mentorship where appropriate
• Identify and respond to learning needs for area
• Develop and deliver or organise local training sessions, mindful of the Trust values
• Maintain professional registration
• Ensure mandatory training and a satisfactory appraisal is in date
• Undertake a professional development plan and demonstrate achievement of objectives

Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

• Registered RN
• Diploma in Higher Education
• SACT course
• Degree or working towards one
• Post registration qualification relevant to area of specialty or equivalent experience
• Venepuncture and Cannulation

Experience

• Relevant post registration experience at a Band 5 level
• Wide variety of clinical experience
• Experience of excellence in leading all /part of a clinical team in practice
• Experience of teaching and supporting learners / new staff

Skills and Knowledge

• Proven clinical knowledge linked to area of specialty, and excellence in care delivery
• Proven knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management
• Proven leadership and deputising skills in clinical area
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness
• Knowledge of current challenging issues in nursing
• Commitment to teaching and learning for self and others
• Clinical decision making skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Commitment to quality initiatives and research
• Ability / experience of managing change both personally and as a facilitator
• Experience of managing conflict / complaints
• Experience of data collection for quality monitoring / audit
• Experience of risk management / assessment
• Experience of recruitment and retention of staff

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.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust

£46,419 to £55,046 a yearpro rata per annum incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-SC-145

Job locations

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust