Staff Nurse (Band 6) Teenage Cancer Trust Unit

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cancer care is seeking dedicated professionals to join their team at a leading cancer centre. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values excellence and promotes a work-life balance. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate shifts, exercise clinical judgment, and participate in clinical trials, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. With a focus on continuous learning and development, this position promises a rewarding career path in the healthcare sector, making a significant impact on the lives of young cancer patients.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Learning and Development Opportunities

Stimulating Work Environment

Wide Range of Staff Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating shifts and supervising nursing teams.
• Ability to exercise clinical judgment in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise shifts for high-quality patient care.
• Participate in organizing and running clinical trials.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Shift Coordination

Patient Care

Communication

Clinical Trials Management

Education

Relevant Module in Cancer Care

Job description

The Teenage Cancer Trust Unit (TCTU) is a dedicated TYA Unit within the Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton, where patients aged between 16-24 years can receive their cancer care and treatment in an age-appropriate clinical setting. The unit is staffed by both Adult and Paediatric Nurses. We are the Principal Treatment Centre (PTC) for the South Thames region, caring for patients with a wide range of Haematology and Oncology Cancers, including delivering Stem Cell Transplants. TCTU features resources such as a complementary therapy suite, chill-out room, roof garden, and an extensive holistically focused MDT to enhance patient experience.

Working at the Royal Marsden offers numerous academic and clinical opportunities. The unit provides educational support from experienced Practice Educators. Support is available to help you gain a relevant module in cancer care at level 6 or above, if you do not already hold one.

Responsibilities:

1. Shift Coordination: To coordinate and supervise shifts, communicating effectively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
2. Clinical Judgment: To exercise clinical judgment and decision-making regarding patient needs and long-term care plans.
3. Clinical Trials: To participate in organizing and running clinical trials, including patient recruitment, education, monitoring, and liaising with trial sponsors as needed.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre dedicated to providing the best cancer care and advancing cancer research. We employ over 4,500 staff across diverse careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance, and administration. Our facilities include hospitals in Chelsea, London, and Sutton, Surrey, and a Medical Daycare Unit at Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we value life and strive for excellence in all we do. We offer a stimulating work environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities, and clear career pathways. Flexible working arrangements are supported to promote work-life balance. We seek employees who aspire to excellence, share our values, and contribute to our ongoing success.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Claire Harmer
Job Title: Ward Manager
Email: [e-mail]