Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) at The Royal Surrey Cancer Centre, Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a committed, dynamic, and motivated individual with a passion for Acute Oncology to join our dedicated and cohesive team.
About the Role:As an Acute Oncology Sister/Charge Nurse, you will play a pivotal role within the multidisciplinary Acute Oncology Team, working closely with healthcare colleagues to provide high-quality emergency care to cancer patients. This includes:o Coordinating the Oncology Same Day Emergency Care (OSDEC) Unit, triaging referrals, admitting patients, and organising investigations.o Assessing patients and providing specialist oncology nursing care, including managing treatment complications, administering medication and fluids, and performing nursing procedures.o Triaging oncology and hematology patients through the Oncology Treatment Hotline, ensuring timely advice and intervention.o Working closely with the Emergency Department, Chemotherapy Day Unit, Radiotherapy, St. Luke's Outpatient Clinic, and inpatient wards to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care.o Leading service improvements, participating in audits, research, and education, and ensuring adherence to national guidelines and Cancer Alliance protocols.
Main duties of the job
The key function of the Acute Oncology Sister/Charge Nurse is to work alongside the Acute Oncology Team (AOT) to coordinate and deliver a comprehensive Acute Oncology Service (AOS) within the Trust. This role ensures the provision of high-quality, timely care to oncology patients while maintaining clear communication with multidisciplinary teams.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Through training, study, and hands-on experience, the post holder will develop expertise in providing a highly specialised Acute Oncology nursing service at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. Working closely with the AOT, the post holder will contribute to the implementation and delivery of the AOS, aligning with the National Chemotherapy Advisory Group (NCAG) report and Acute Oncology Service Measures.
This role plays a critical part in monitoring service impact using key performance metrics and supporting the strategic development of the service. The AOS Sister/Charge Nurse will collaborate with a range of healthcare professionals to ensure timely assessment, intervention, and coordination of care for oncology patients, presenting with symptoms from their cancer or their cancer treatment, across the Oncology Same Day Emergency Care Unit and the Oncology Hotline.
About You:We are seeking a nurse with: Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work independently and proactively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring holistic support for patients and carers. A keen interest in developing and improving Acute Oncology Services. The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide timely, patient-centered care.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop specialist skills in Acute Oncology while making a meaningful impact on patient care. If you are passionate about oncology nursing and thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Through training, study, and hands-on experience, the post holder will develop expertise in providing a highly specialised Acute Oncology nursing service at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. Working closely with the AOT, the post holder will contribute to the implementation and delivery of the AOS, aligning with the National Chemotherapy Advisory Group (NCAG) report and Acute Oncology Service Measures.
This role plays a critical part in monitoring service impact using key performance metrics and supporting the strategic development of the service. The AOS Sister/Charge Nurse will collaborate with a range of healthcare professionals to ensure timely assessment, intervention, and coordination of care for oncology patients, presenting with symptoms from their cancer or their cancer treatment, across the Oncology Same Day Emergency Care Unit and the Oncology Hotline.
About You:We are seeking a nurse with: Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to work independently and proactively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring holistic support for patients and carers. A keen interest in developing and improving Acute Oncology Services. The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide timely, patient-centered care.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop specialist skills in Acute Oncology while making a meaningful impact on patient care. If you are passionate about oncology nursing and thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1ST level registered Nurse with current registration
- 1st degree (health related)
- Relevant post registered qualifications in cancer/ Acute / emergency care
- Teaching qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent
- Evidence of recent professional development
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Clinical Examination Module at Level 3/4 or willing to work towards
- Advanced communication training
- Psychological support, training at level 2
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration experience at within an acute cancer/ emergency care or palliative care setting
- Demonstrates development of advanced clinical skills in managing complex care situations
- Wide range of experience in providing multi-disciplinary education within the specialist field (s)
- Practical experience of participating in change / developing practice ,project management
- Experience of undertaking and applying research, audit to deliver the clinical governance agenda
- Recent experience within primary and secondary care environments
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1ST level registered Nurse with current registration
- 1st degree (health related)
- Relevant post registered qualifications in cancer/ Acute / emergency care
- Teaching qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent
- Evidence of recent professional development
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Clinical Examination Module at Level 3/4 or willing to work towards
- Advanced communication training
- Psychological support, training at level 2
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration experience at within an acute cancer/ emergency care or palliative care setting
- Demonstrates development of advanced clinical skills in managing complex care situations
- Wide range of experience in providing multi-disciplinary education within the specialist field (s)
- Practical experience of participating in change / developing practice ,project management
- Experience of undertaking and applying research, audit to deliver the clinical governance agenda
- Recent experience within primary and secondary care environments
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
