SACT Staff Nurse

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development

Blue Light Card & NHS perks

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust seeks a registered nurse to join the Beacon day unit. You will deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care and contribute to the safe delivery of systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) for oncology and haematology patients.

Starting at band 5, with training and support to progress to band 6 over time, the role emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and patient-centred care within a supportive Trust environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Demonstrated ability to provide evidence-based nursing care in a clinical setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork for MDT delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care for SACT within a multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to safe delivery of systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT).
• Adapt to flexible, rota-based hours from Monday to Friday.
• Support development and progression from band 5 to band 6.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Education

NMC registration

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse to join the team on the Beacon day unit and contribute to the provision of a high standard of evidenced based practice and ensure the safe delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) to our oncology and haematology patients. You will be required to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to develop the practical skills required to work within this speciality whilst reflecting the units philosophy of care. Starting as a band 5, we'll provide you with training and support to progress to a band 6 role over time. We value our RNs highly. Development and training within this role will be offered and prioritised to ensure you achieve the skills necessary to obtain competency to deliver SACT. There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly on a rota basis Monday to Friday., As a SACT Staff Nurse, you'll deliver patient care, using the systems in place in the department for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy. We are looking for someone with a team work approach and who is able to provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of the team. At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.