Staff Nurse (BAND 5) - Oak Day Unit/Drug Development Unit

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Staff Nurse for their oncology unit in London. This role combines traditional nursing duties with research responsibilities, providing high-quality care to patients with advanced cancer. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, enhancing their skills in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with qualification in oncology or related specialty.
• Experience in intravenous drug administration and chemotherapy.
• Sufficient post-registration nursing experience in oncology.

Responsibilities

• Plan, document, deliver, and evaluate evidence-based nursing care.
• Assist with teaching patients in preparation for investigations and treatment.
• Involved in direct delivery of skilled nursing care under supervision.

Skills

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Negotiating

Leadership

Motivational skills

Education

Qualification in oncology or related specialty

Evidence of ongoing professional development

Registration

Job description

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Client:

The Royal Marsden

Location:

Sutton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job overview

The drug development unit is a globally competitive, early clinical trials unit that conducts first in human clinical trials for patients with advanced cancer when all avenues of standard treatment have been exhausted. The unit comprises an in-patient 9 bedded ward, day care area, and outpatient clinic. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in all areas as part of their induction before joining the Day Unit team.

The Staff Nurse role here is diverse and combines aspects of traditional staff nurse duties with some research responsibilities. Care involves trial-related assessments, oral and IV treatment, symptom control, and supportive treatments. It is a unique opportunity to broaden your knowledge and skills whilst providing high-quality care and emotional support to patients with advanced cancer.

The successful candidate will, ideally, have experience in either chemotherapy and/or clinical trials. The ability to prioritize a busy workload and work well within a multidisciplinary team is essential.

The successful candidate must be able to work 8am - 6pm, 4 days per week Monday to Friday. The role will be in Oak Day Unit.

Main duties of the job

To plan, document, deliver, and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for patients responsibly and efficiently, in conjunction with the shift co-ordinator.

To develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities administered within the unit.

To understand the roles and responsibilities involved in managing a shift under the guidance of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the shift co-ordinator:

- Complete the first level assessment of patients’ needs, understanding their physiological, psycho-social, spiritual, and cultural needs, and develop a positive, realistic, and supportive attitude to meet these needs.

- Assist with teaching patients in preparation for investigations, treatment, and home care.

- Be aware of side effects of ongoing treatments and adopt a problem-solving approach to minimize adverse reactions.

- Involved in direct delivery of skilled nursing care, such as wound dressings, drain removal, and urinary catheter insertion, under supervision until competent.

- Develop an understanding of protocols involved in clinical trials.

- Be aware of hospital policies and collaborate with healthcare professionals to observe these policies.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Qualification in oncology or a related specialty (Diploma or Degree), or a recognized teaching qualification

Experience

• Experience in intravenous drug administration
• Sufficient post-registration nursing experience in oncology or a related specialty
• Experience in chemotherapy administration
• Experience in clinical management
• Relevant teaching experience
• Knowledge of clinical trials management

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Venepuncture and cannulation skills
• Effective negotiating and influencing skills
• Leadership ability
• Motivational skills

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to recruiting and retaining underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we aim to create a workplace enabling all staff to reach their full potential, believing that greater diversity and inclusion will positively impact the people we serve.

Due to high application volumes, we reserve the right to close this advert early once sufficient applications are received. We recommend early application to avoid disappointment.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden, we protect our immune-compromised patient population. Seasonal flu affects thousands in the UK annually, with symptoms ranging from cold-like to severe or fatal disease.

It is expected that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.