Staff Nurse (Band 6) McElwain ward

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cancer care is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team at a leading children's cancer center. This role involves coordinating shifts and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide exceptional, evidence-based care. You will have the opportunity to participate in groundbreaking clinical trials, enhancing patient outcomes and contributing to innovative cancer treatments. The organization values excellence and offers a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young patients, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Learning and Development Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits

Stimulating Working Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating clinical teams and managing patient care.
• Strong understanding of clinical trials and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise shifts, ensuring high-quality care.
• Participate in the organization and operation of clinical trials.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Communication

Team Coordination

Patient Education

Education

Nursing Degree

Clinical Trials Experience

Job description

About The Royal Marsden and The Oak Centre for Children and Young People

The Oak Centre for Children and Young People at The Royal Marsden is one of the largest comprehensive centres in the UK dedicated to treating and delivering high-quality care for children, teenagers, and young people with cancer. Our patients undergo investigations and treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and we manage patients and families undergoing stem cell transplantation. With a broad range of treatment options and advancements in cancer therapy, our reputation and patient outcomes are outstanding.

What sets The Royal Marsden apart from other children’s centres in Europe is our status as a world leader in the number of “First in Child” clinical trials available to young cancer patients. We work closely with our specialist multi-professional drug development team to ensure patients and families have access to the latest novel agents, optimizing outcomes and creating unique learning opportunities and career development pathways in specialist cancer practice and care.

Job Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and supervise shifts, effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to patients.
2. Exercise clinical judgment and decision-making regarding patient needs, long-term goals, and plans.
3. Participate fully in the daily organization and operation of clinical trials, including recruitment, patient education, monitoring, and liaising with trial sponsors as required.

About The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

We are a world-leading cancer centre committed to providing the best cancer care globally and contributing to advancements in diagnosis and treatment. Employing over 4,500 staff across diverse careers—including nursing, medical, scientific, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance, and administration—we operate two hospitals in Chelsea, London, and Sutton, Surrey, along with a Medical Daycare Unit at Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we understand the value of life and are dedicated to excellence in all we do. Our team offers a stimulating working environment, comprehensive benefits, learning and development opportunities, and clear career pathways. We support flexible working arrangements from the outset to promote work-life balance. We seek employees who aspire to excellence, share our values, and contribute to our ongoing success.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, please contact:

• Name: Janine Shearing
• Job Title: Ward Manager
• Email: [e-mail]