Senior Staff Nurse - Oncology

HCA Healthcare UK

The closing date is 13 February 2025

Job summary

Were looking for an experienced Oncology Nurse to join our cancer nursing team at Private Care at Guys, one of our state-of-the art cancer centres and, currently rated Outstanding by the CQC. Featuring theatres, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, oncology and surgical wards, we deliver a level of care rarely found in the private sector. A centre of excellence, were also constantly at the forefront of clinical innovation, whether that is through our investment in pioneering robotic surgery, our JACIE accredited stem cell transplantation unit for blood cancers and Multiple Sclerosisor other treatments, such as revolutionary bispecific antibody therapy, which we are currently the only private hospital able to offer this treatment.

Main duties of the job

The Oncology Nurse position offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly esteemed and innovative cancer care environment. As part of the position, you will gain access to the Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatments (SACT) programme, which will enable you to administer chemotherapy and provide additional professional development.

This position allows you to be a part of a specialist oncology nursing team in a cutting-edge facility that is currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC. Youll be involved in providing care across a variety of settings, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy and other oncology treatments. The role requires you to work collaboratively with patients, ensuring their medical, physical, and emotional needs are met while providing high-quality care. It is an ideal position for an experienced oncology nurse looking to further their career in an innovative and supportive environment or a Band 5 Oncology Nurse looking to take the next step in the career. Completing the SACT course could also lead to a Band 6 Oncology Nurse role.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations, it could be an exciting next step in your oncology nursing career.

About us

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

Date posted

13 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0005

Job locations

Private Care at Guys (London Bridge Hospital)

Great Maze Pond Street

London

SE1 9RT


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Oncology Nurse position offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly esteemed and innovative cancer care environment. As part of the position, you will gain access to the Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatments (SACT) programme, which will enable you to administer chemotherapy and provide additional professional development.

This position allows you to be a part of a specialist oncology nursing team in a cutting-edge facility that is currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC. Youll be involved in providing care across a variety of settings, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy and other oncology treatments. The role requires you to work collaboratively with patients, ensuring their medical, physical, and emotional needs are met while providing high-quality care. It is an ideal position for an experienced oncology nurse looking to further their career in an innovative and supportive environment or a Band 5 Oncology Nurse looking to take the next step in the career. Completing the SACT course could also lead to a Band 6 Oncology Nurse role.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations, it could be an exciting next step in your oncology nursing career.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Oncology Nurse position offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly esteemed and innovative cancer care environment. As part of the position, you will gain access to the Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatments (SACT) programme, which will enable you to administer chemotherapy and provide additional professional development.

This position allows you to be a part of a specialist oncology nursing team in a cutting-edge facility that is currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC. Youll be involved in providing care across a variety of settings, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy and other oncology treatments. The role requires you to work collaboratively with patients, ensuring their medical, physical, and emotional needs are met while providing high-quality care. It is an ideal position for an experienced oncology nurse looking to further their career in an innovative and supportive environment or a Band 5 Oncology Nurse looking to take the next step in the career. Completing the SACT course could also lead to a Band 6 Oncology Nurse role.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations, it could be an exciting next step in your oncology nursing career.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A current NMC Nurse registration
  • Post registration experience within haematology or oncology setting
  • Clinical skills in venepuncture, cannulation and the administration of intravenous drugs.

Desirable

  • Experience in Chemotherapy administration (SACT) desirable

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in a NHS or Private Hospital setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A current NMC Nurse registration
  • Post registration experience within haematology or oncology setting
  • Clinical skills in venepuncture, cannulation and the administration of intravenous drugs.

Desirable

  • Experience in Chemotherapy administration (SACT) desirable

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in a NHS or Private Hospital setting

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).

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.

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

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

Private Care at Guys (London Bridge Hospital)

Great Maze Pond Street

London

SE1 9RT


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

Private Care at Guys (London Bridge Hospital)

Great Maze Pond Street

London

SE1 9RT


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Jimmy Ewart (TA Specialist )

jimmy.ewart@hcahealthcare.co.uk

Date posted

13 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0005

Job locations

Private Care at Guys (London Bridge Hospital)

Great Maze Pond Street

London

SE1 9RT


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