About this role
Job summary
We are seeking experiencedChemotherapy Nurses (Band 6) to join our dedicated oncology team. In this pivotal role, you will deliver expert, patient-centred care as a named nurse for a defined group of patients, ensuring the highest standards of practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code and Trust guidelines.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated nurse who is passionate about oncology care and committed to continuous improvement. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Provide specialist care and clinical leadership within the ward or department. Safely administer chemotherapy and intravenous treatments in accordance with Trust protocols. Support the Ward Manager by deputising when required and managing complex clinical situations. Maintain up-to-date specialist knowledge and act as a role model for best practice. Mentor and supervise junior staff, fostering a positive learning environment. Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and clinical governance initiatives, including audits and risk management. Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to enhance the patient experience.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications Essential
Registered nurse (level 1) Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience in oncology nursing Recognised chemotherapy course or equivalent. Mentorship course
Desirable
Has attained or is willing to work towards Degree/Bsc in Nursing.
Experience Essential
Experience within speciality (e.g. oncology nursing) as Staff Nurse/Senior Staff Nurse.
Desirable
Experience in people management and improving the patient experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential
Ability to work effectively under pressure. Competency in medication administration including IV drugs and chemotherapy certification IT skills including use of email and Microsoft Office packages. Engages in reflective practice to facilitate learning and improvement in self and others
Desirable
Ability to appraise staff and willingness to learn new skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)