Charge Nurse - Specialist Oncology Services

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Scotland Township (SD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

27 days annual leave

Cycle to Work

Study bursaries

E-learning and courses

Holiday pay enhancements

NHS discounts

Counselling services

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to join the inpatient nursing team as a Charge Nurse at Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre. You will provide clinical leadership, coordinate safe, evidence-based care for a defined patient group, and supervise staff development in a 12-hour rotating shift pattern.

The role requires current NMC registration and post-registered experience; oncology experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Post-registered nursing experience.
• Oncology experience desirable but not essential.
• Leadership or supervisory experience desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and numeracy skills.
• Ability to provide evidence-based patient care within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and coordinate safe, evidence‑based care for a defined patient group.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care while involving patients, families and carers.
• Maintain records in line with NMC standards and support staff development.
• Lead nursing practice, oversee TURAS appraisals and quality initiatives.
• Support workforce planning, rosters, and procurement; uphold infection control.
• Deputise for Ward Manager when required.

Skills

First Level Registered Nurse

NMC registration

Leadership experience

Oncology experience desirable

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Registered Nurse to join the inpatient nursing team as a Charge Nurse. This is a specialist oncology nursing role providing comprehensive, holistic care to patients throughout their cancer journey. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Charge Nurse and Lead Nurse, delivering high-quality patient care while providing leadership and support to the wider nursing team. The ward predominantly cares for patients with urological, colorectal and neuro-endocrine cancers who may be receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy and other associated cancer treatments.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Permanent Role - 36 Hours

Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre

12 Hour Rotational Shift

Key Responsibilities

As Charge Nurse, you will provide clinical leadership and coordinate the delivery of safe, effective and evidence‑based care for a defined patient group. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care while ensuring patients, families and carers are actively involved in decision‑making. The post holder will maintain patient records in accordance with NMC standards, act within professional, legal and ethical frameworks, and support patients to manage their health and wellbeing. You will create a positive learning environment, support staff development and TURAS appraisals, contribute to quality improvement initiatives and lead nursing practice within the ward. The role also includes managerial responsibilities such as supporting workforce planning and rostering, managing resources and equipment, maintaining infection control standards, participating in recruitment and selection activities, and deputising for the Ward Manager when required.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• First Level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Post-registered nursing experience.
• Oncology experience desirable but not essential.
• Leadership or supervisory experience desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and numeracy skills.
• Ability to provide evidence-based patient care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of professional, legal and ethical standards relating to nursing practice.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and staff support.
• Ability to fulfil the requirements outlined within the job description.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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