Job summary
Cancer Nursing is a rewarding and expanding speciality within Hywel Dda University Health Board. An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Registered Nurse to work in the specialised and rewarding area of the Pembrokeshire Haematology and Oncology Day Unit (PHODU) at Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest.
We are looking for highly motivated individuals, with a passion to work in oncology and with experience of working on a SACT unit, to join our nursing team at Pembrokeshire Haematology and Oncology Day Unit. PHODU is a busy and ever changing challenging environment where Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment is delivered to both, Oncology and Haematology patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate sound knowledge in oncology and haematology, be competent in administration of Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment and should be expert in cannulation, venepuncture and venesection.
We are looking for an experienced nurse with management and leadership skills, who can be adaptative, work autonomously and demonstrate excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills.
Opportunities for learning at masters level, including non-medical prescribing, will be available to the successful applicants.
The successful candidate should be prepared to work across Health Board if required and have a flexible approach to the needs of the service.
Interviews to be held on 11/3/2026
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered first level nurse
- NMC Registration
- Education to Degree level
- Evidence of continuing professional development within the speciality to postgraduate diploma level or equivalent experience
- Post registration qualification in Oncology/ Haematology/ Chemotherapy
Desirable
- Completion of SACT passport
- Teaching qualification
- Recognised management qualification
- Non-medical Prescribing qualification (V300)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within chemotherapy environment
- Must be SACT competent
- Experience of working within a multi-professional environment
- Able to work autonomously/ and within a small team
- Competent in administration of systemic anti-cancer treatments, venepuncture, venesections and cannulation
- Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of speciality
Desirable
- Previous experience of leadership and management
- Experience of e-prescribing (chemocare)
- Participation in PDRs
- Participation in recruitment and selection
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered first level nurse
- NMC Registration
- Education to Degree level
- Evidence of continuing professional development within the speciality to postgraduate diploma level or equivalent experience
- Post registration qualification in Oncology/ Haematology/ Chemotherapy
Desirable
- Completion of SACT passport
- Teaching qualification
- Recognised management qualification
- Non-medical Prescribing qualification (V300)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within chemotherapy environment
- Must be SACT competent
- Experience of working within a multi-professional environment
- Able to work autonomously/ and within a small team
- Competent in administration of systemic anti-cancer treatments, venepuncture, venesections and cannulation
- Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of speciality
Desirable
- Previous experience of leadership and management
- Experience of e-prescribing (chemocare)
- Participation in PDRs
- Participation in recruitment and selection
Language Skills
Desirable
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).
