Chemotherapy Nurse

Job Title:

SACT Trained /Chemo Nurse Trust:
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Nick Jonas Unit, Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Romsey Road, Winchester, Hampshire SO22 5DG
Days:
Monday to Friday

Hours:

08:00 – 16:00 Duration: 3 months (Possible Extension)

Start Date:

As soon as possible Requirement:
• SACT-trained Registered Nurse
• Relevant nursing experience
• CV
• References x 2
• DBS
• Up-to-date mandatory training
• Ability to work Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00

Description:

We are currently recruiting an experienced SACT Trained Registered Nurse to work on a long-term agency assignment at the Nick Jonas Unit, Royal Hampshire County Hospital (RHCH), Winchester . This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably experienced nurse to work within a specialist oncology/haematology setting, supporting the delivery of systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) and providing high-quality patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide safe and effective nursing care to patients receiving SACT
• Administer systemic anti-cancer treatments in accordance with local policies and clinical guidelines
• Monitor patients before, during and after treatment
• Recognise and respond appropriately to treatment-related side effects and complications
• Undertake clinical assessments and monitor patients' conditions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Provide patient education, advice and emotional support
• Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures
• Ensure medicines are administered safely and in accordance with relevant policies
• Escalate clinical concerns appropriately
• Maintain professional standards and patient confidentiality
• Contribute to a safe, effective and patient-centred clinical environment Requirements:
• Current NMC Registered Nurse status
• SACT/chemotherapy trained and experienced
• Relevant oncology/haematology nursing experience
• Experience administering systemic anti-cancer treatments
• Good knowledge of SACT safety procedures and clinical protocols
• Ability to recognise and manage SACT-related complications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Up-to-date mandatory training
• Enhanced DBS
• Available to work Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00 Referral Bonus If you know a nurse who would be interested, please refer them — you’ll receive a referral bonus once they complete the required hours. If you or someone you know would like more information, please feel free to get in touch.