SC225769 - Staff Nurse, Ward 114, Oncology

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare service in Aberdeen is seeking a full-time Staff Nurse for Ward 114 Inpatient Oncology. This fixed-term position offers the opportunity to provide specialized care for patients with oncological conditions, including chemotherapy and holistic support. The role requires a commitment to person-centred care and comes with support for professional development, with a relocation allowance available for successful candidates.

Benefits

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Oncology experience is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to undertake a chemotherapy module if not on the SACT register.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including days and nights.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to patients with oncological conditions.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver holistic care.
• Engage in continuous professional and personal development.

Skills

Oncology care

Chemotherapy administration

Person-centred care

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

Staff Nurse Ward 114 – Inpatient Oncology

37 hour fixed-term post – 14 months (hours may be negotiable).

We have a vacancy for a full-time Staff Nurse in Ward 114 Oncology Inpatients. We provide highly specialised care for patients with a range of oncological conditions. The care is varied, busy and highly rewarding with patients receiving chemotherapy, supportive and holistic care and acutely unwell unscheduled care. The Anchor Unit is sociable, fast moving and progressive; actively supporting and promoting nurse-led activities, development and further study; offering excellent opportunities for both professional and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Work 12-hour shifts and be willing to work day and night duty.
• Provide a high standard of person-centred care to individuals and contribute to forward thinking with regards to change management.
• Deliver care to patients with oncological conditions, including chemotherapy and supportive/holistic care as part of an inpatient team.
• Develop a wide range of nursing skills and knowledge in a friendly and supportive team environment.
• Contribute to nurse-led activities, development and further study, with opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Oncology experience is desirable but not essential; if not on the SACT register, undertake a chemotherapy module (training, funding and support provided).
• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000 available for successful candidates.
• Interviews will be held in person at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on 29 October 2025.
• For an informal discussion or visit, contact SCN Leanne Duffy at 01224 552438.

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Additional notes

• Please note – If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.

NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

Equal Employment Opportunity: NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.