Staff Nurse/ Cancer Assessment Unit & Chemotherapy Hotline Service | Barts Health NHS Trust

Barts Health NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a dedicated nurse to join their Cancer Assessment Unit. The role involves leading a team of healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective patient care and managing the Chemotherapy Hotline service. Successful candidates will play a vital role in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality standards and effective communication. Join us to contribute to excellence in healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Participate in roles relevant to competency development.
• Lead the team in delivering safe, effective care to patients.
• Hold overall responsibility for the Chemotherapy Hotline service.
• Collaborate closely with the medical and wider MDT teams.

Job description

Role Overview

The post holder will work as part of a team of registered nurses, nursing associates, health‑care support workers and student nurses in delivering safe, effective care to patients within the Cancer Assessment Unit (CAU) in collaboration with the medical and wider multidisciplinary team (MDT), ensuring a high‑quality service to patients.

Leadership and Service Responsibilities

• Participate in roles within the unit relevant to competency development, working in both the Cancer Assessment Unit and the Chemotherapy Hotline Service.
• Lead the team of registered nurses, nursing associates, health‑care support workers and student nurses in delivering safe, effective care to patients within the CAU.
• Hold overall responsibility for the Chemotherapy Hotline service, ensuring it is adequately resourced and audited.
• Collaborate closely with the medical and wider MDT teams, maintaining excellent communication and care standards.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider. Our vision is to be a high‑performing group of NHS hospitals renowned for excellence, innovation, and safe, compassionate care in East London and beyond.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of this role, while the person specification outlines the required qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge. Please view the attachment(s) below for additional details.

This advert closes on Monday 22 Dec 2025.