Senior Staff Nurse - Haematology/Oncology

Great Ormond Street Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Ormond Street Hospital seeks a Senior Staff Nurse for the Haematology/Oncology department. This full-time role involves care for children with blood and cancer conditions, with a commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice. The right candidate will enjoy significant educational opportunities and be part of a supportive team focused on high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience with acute/chronically sick children.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical specialty.
• Understanding of principles of clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Developing a positive attitude towards patient care improvements.
• Mentoring students and promoting staff development.
• Managing clinical incidents and handling complaints.

Skills

Effective managerial skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Compassion in practice

Time management

Teaching skills

Education

NMC Registered Nurse (Child)

Relevant nursing qualification

Job description

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Senior Staff Nurse - Haematology/Oncology, London

Client: Great Ormond Street Hospital

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0c3bf0129544

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

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Job overview

Elephant Ward is looking to recruit a Senior Staff Nurse for a 1-year fixed term or permanent position. The role is full-time within the Blood, Cells and Cancer Directorate. Elephant Ward cares for children aged 0-12 years with hematology and oncology conditions. The department offers opportunities for research and professional development, including study at degree and master's levels.

Main duties of the job

The role involves promoting patient care improvements through research and evidence-based practice, mentoring students, and supporting staff development. The ward encourages staff to enhance their knowledge and nursing skills.

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to fair recruitment based on merit, diversity, and inclusion. We value a respectful workplace and actively promote policies supporting equality for all staff, including BAME, disabled, LGBT+ communities, and others. Our staff networks foster an inclusive environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Full details are available in the attached documents, outlining key tasks, responsibilities, and person specifications.

Person specification

GOSH Culture and Values

• Our Always values
• Understanding of diversity and inclusion
• Contribution to equality initiatives
• NMC Registered Nurse (Child) or relevant registration
• Ongoing professional development

Skills/Abilities

• Care planning and prioritization
• Leadership and organizational skills
• Effective communication
• Family-centered care commitment
• Delegation and time management
• IV drug administration
• Teamwork and initiative
• Teaching skills
• Compassionate practice
• Central venous access management

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience with sick children or relevant skills
• Understanding of current nursing issues
• Research and evidence-based practice
• Basic computer skills
• Revalidation requirements
• Safeguarding and clinical governance understanding
• Handling clinical incidents and complaints
• Research methodologies