About this role
Job summary
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Haematology Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our Cancer Services Directorate. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week) based primarily at our Sutton site, with travel required to all Trust sites including Chelsea. Please note this role is a band 7 / 8a depending on experience.
This post offers a unique opportunity to develop and deliver advanced nursing practice within haemato-oncology across inpatient, outpatient, and day care settings for both NHS and private patients. Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide expert clinical care, act as a role model and leader, and play a key role in shaping the future of haemato-oncology services within the Trust.
Main duties of the job
This post is aimed at developing new ways of working for senior cancer nurses as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) in haemato-oncology, providing a 7-day service. The ANP will integrate into the existing haemato-oncology team to carry out their extended roles which will include routine management of the haemato- oncology patient, including practical procedures and the admission of haemato- oncology patients.
This post will cover both NHS and private patients in the inpatient, outpatient and day care settings. They will act as a highly specialised role model and leader for all members of staff and play a major role in the continuous development of the services within the Trust and as a potential member of a range of trust quality/process improvement project groups.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
Uses best evidence, advanced specialist skills, knowledge and expertise to provide expert clinical care
To integrate into the existing clinical structure and to support other professionals to manage the routine care of haemato-oncology in- patients by collaborating with other principle team members for both NHS and PP services.
The ANP will undertake routine advanced physical assessment of haemato- oncology patients including history taking, clinical examination, arranging relevant investigations (e.g. blood tests, radiographs) and prescribing
Presenting and attending Ward rounds preparing Ward rounds / MDT/Outpatient lists in conjunction with the team. Reviews patients progress on a daily basis, recording any changes to their condition in the medical notes. Verbally communicating changes in care to relevant ward team.
Provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of haemato-oncology patients.
Undertake advanced clinical procedures including cannulation, blood sampling, bone marrow biopsies, line removals, and venesections.
Prescribe medications in line with protocols, including Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).
Lead daily patient reviews, ward rounds, and MDT meetings, ensuring high standards of documentation and communication.
Support safe and timely discharge planning, liaising closely with patients, carers, and the wider MDT.
Act as a clinical leader, role model, and educator, supporting colleagues and contributing to teaching at local, national, and international level.
Participate in service development, policy creation, clinical governance, audit, and research to continually improve patient outcomes and care delivery.
Work autonomously within a competency framework and maintain advanced clinical skills in line with the four pillars of advanced practice.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Essential
First level Registered Nurse with the NMC Degree level education Possess a relevant Specialist Qualification in cancer or haematology. MSc in Advanced Practice (or working towards within first 12 months) Up to date Advanced Life Support/immediate life support qualification Level 7 physical assessment module Level 7 non-medical prescribing module (or working towards within first 12 months)
Desirable
Mentorship/ assessor qualification or equivalent
Experience Essential
Haemato-oncology experience Excellent clinical skills, that have been practiced at a senior staff nurse/charge nurse level, with proven managerial and leadership skills Mentorship and teaching experience Experience in the supervision of junior staff / others
Desirable
Experience in Change Management
Skills Abilities/knowledge Essential
Clinical assessment of patients on a daily basis Work with SpR and SHO teams to deliver a streamlined service for patients and their families Proven teaching and assessing skills Ability to make clinical decisions and assess clinical priorities Evidence of continuing professional development Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing Demonstrate the ability to compile complex written information Able to manage difficult situations effectively Capable of working independently and taking appropriate action Demonstrate evidence of applying current research to practice Experience of audit and research
Desirable
Good computer skills, including excel PICC Insertion Skin tunnelled line removal Bone Marrow Aspiration and Trephine
Other Requirements Essential
Clear understanding of the role of advanced nursing care and the associated professional responsibility and accountability To work within the four pillars of advanced practice Evidence of continued professional development Aware of current NHS issues Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Royal Marsden Sutton
Sutton
SM2 5PT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)