Pediatric Oncology Nurse – Day Unit Lead

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in Sutton invites applications for Staff Nurse (Band 5) in the Children’s Day Unit. The role delivers evidence-based nursing care for young patients with cancer, across SACT and supportive care, requiring strong communication and teamwork.

This full-time contract offers opportunities to lead on projects to improve the patient journey and to develop clinical leadership within a dynamic oncology team.

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse with registration and post-qualification experience.
• Experience in oncology or speciality is essential for Band 6 progression.
• Strong communication and role-modeling to support junior staff and placements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, document, deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care.
• Understand needs of patients with cancer and treatment modalities.
• Manage shift responsibilities with guidance from Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.
• Assess holistic patient needs to support patients and families.
• Assist with teaching patients for investigations, treatment and home care.
• Be aware of treatment side effects and adopt problem-solving approaches.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Leadership

Communication skills

Team collaboration

SACT administration

Job description

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in Sutton invites applications for Staff Nurse (Band 5) in the Children’s Day Unit. The role delivers evidence-based nursing care for young patients with cancer, across SACT and supportive care, requiring strong communication and teamwork.

This full-time contract offers opportunities to lead on projects to improve the patient journey and to develop clinical leadership within a dynamic oncology team.