Senior Paediatric Oncology Nurse (Band 6) – Clinical Trials

Royal Marsden; Sutton; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in Sutton is seeking a Staff Nurse (Band 6) to join the Children's Day Unit on a 37.5-hour full-time contract. You will coordinate and supervise shifts, work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-led care to pediatric oncology patients, including coordinating treatment plans and ensuring patient comfort.

The role requires clinical judgement, infection control, involvement in clinical trials, and leadership in nursing teams; on

Qualifications

• NMC registration and ongoing professional development.
• Oncology or speciality nursing qualification.
• Experience in intravenous drug administration / chemotherapy.
• Registered nurse with post-registration experience in oncology.
• Desirable teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise a shift with the MDT to deliver care.
• Plan and document care from admission to discharge.
• Assist with clinical trials recruitment and monitoring.
• Promote infection control and patient safety.
• Support junior staff and maintain staff morale.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Decision making

Work under pressure

Customer care initiatives

Quality improvement

Shift coordination

Oncology knowledge

Education

NMC Registration

Professional development

RMH IV drug administration cert

Oncology qualification

Diploma or degree

Teaching qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in Sutton is seeking a Staff Nurse (Band 6) to join the Children's Day Unit on a 37.5-hour full-time contract. You will coordinate and supervise shifts, work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-led care to pediatric oncology patients, including coordinating treatment plans and ensuring patient comfort.

The role requires clinical judgement, infection control, involvement in clinical trials, and leadership in nursing teams; on