Staff Nurse - Oncology Day CareBand 5

University Hospitals Dorset; Poole; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Poole is looking for a motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to work in their Oncology / Haematology department. This part-time position requires delivering systemic anti-cancer treatments and maintaining high standards of care. Ideally, candidates should have at least one year of post-registration experience, effective communication skills, and a willingness to learn about systemic therapies. Flexible working days are preferred, making this an excellent opportunity for the right individual.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year post-registration experience.
• Knowledge of systemic anti-cancer treatments and the administration of these or willingness to learn.
• Care of immuno-compromised patients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver systemic anti-cancer treatments.
• Maintain high standards of care for patients and their families.
• Work with all members of the MDT and support the senior team.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Flexibility/adaptability

Time management skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Registration on Part 1 or 12 of the NMC Register (RGN or RN Adult)

Recognised Oncology / Haematology course knowledge

Anatomy and Physiology for the relevant clinical area

Job description

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse in our Oncology / Haematology department within Poole Hospital's Dorset Cancer Centre, covering the Dorset area.

The post will involve working within the Oncology / Haematology Day Care, delivering systemic anti-cancer treatments.

We are looking for a flexible, motivated band 5 to join our team. This role is for two days per week (8am-6pm). Flexible working days is preferred. It is essential to be organised, and have the ability to manage your own work load. This role requires one year post NMC registration experience in order to undertake the required SACT training.

The post holder must be able to maintain and facilitate a high standard of care for patients and their family or carers, while working with all members of the MDT and supporting the senior team.

Base Location

Poole Hospital

Main Duties of the Job

To understand the role in more detail, please review the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.

Qualifications

• Registration on Part1 or 12 of the NMC Register (RGN or RN Adult)
• Recognised Oncology / Haematology course knowledge
• Anatomy and Physiology for the relevant clinical area
• Knowledge of systemic anti-cancer treatments and the administration of these (or willingness to learn)
• Knowledge of acute oncology emergencies, care and treatment
• Care of patients receiving radiotherapy
• Care of immuno‑compromised patients
• Minimum of 1 year post‑registration experience
• Administration of systemic anti‑cancer therapy (willingness to learn)
• Acute oncology including oncology / haematology emergencies (willingness to learn)
• Previous care of oncology patients
• Cannulation and phlebotomy
• Effective communication skills – both written and verbal / non‑verbal
• Excellent time management skills
• Flexibility / adaptability to work across the Directorate as required to meet patient needs
• Intravenous administration of drugs
• Decision‑making skills – clinical and non‑clinical
• Recognised cytotoxic systemic anticancer treatment course
• Ability to manage resources
• Use of Hickman and PICC lines