Sister / Charge Nurse

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Southampton is offering a secondment opportunity for an oncology sister/charge nurse in the Paediatric Oncology Ward. The role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, maintaining high care standards, and working closely with healthcare professionals. Candidates should possess relevant nursing qualifications and experience in paediatric oncology. The position supports flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Significant post-registration experience in relevant specialty.
• Experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the administration of intravenous drugs.
• Give reports on patient condition and report changes.
• Co-ordinate the running of the ward with senior colleagues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Competence in chemotherapy administration

Competence in intravenous therapy

Education

RSCN/RN Child Branch qualification

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are offering a secondment opportunity for an oncology sister/charge nurse who wishes to build on their existing experience, management and clinical skills on the Paediatric Oncology Ward (Piam Brown Unit) at Southampton Children’s Hospital.

We are looking for someone who has excellent leadership skills and is prepared to support the day to day running of the ward, ensuring high standards of care appropriate to the child/young person are maintained.

Piam Brown Unit is the Principle Treatment Centre for Paediatric Oncology in the South of England.

The unit has 12 inpatient beds and a day unit within the Children’s Hospital. We care for patients from 0-16.

The day unit operates 8-6 Mon-Fri and works closely with the in-patient ward to ensure smooth patient movement through the unit.

We work very closely with our colleagues across the region.

The unit is a MASCC-Designated centre of excellence in Supportive Care in Cancer, one of only 2 centres in the UK.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities.

What You’ll Do

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Participate in the checking and administration of intravenous drugs.
• Participate in the checking and administration of intravenous chemotherapy.
• Give and receive regular reports on the progress of patients, immediately acting on any changes in the patients’ condition, and reporting them to the relevant health care professional.
• Work and liaise with medical staff and other members of the health care team locally & regionally to ensure that treatments are carried out within agreed policies.
• Co-ordinate the running of the ward alongside existing band 6 colleagues and senior sister.

What We’re Looking For

• RSCN/RN Child Branch qualification.
• Previous experience of working in Paediatric oncology.
• You will need to be competent in the administration of intravenous therapy.
• You will need to be competent in the administration of chemotherapy.

Person Specification

Trust Values

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Ward management experience
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Experience in an acute hospital setting
• Provide evidence of supporting / managing a range of learners in practice
• Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Ability to demonstrate clinical decision making and judgement
• Commitment to the post and Care Group responsibilities
• Commitment to continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

• Experience in handling adverse events and complaints
• Appraisal skills
• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Some insight into budget management