SACT Trained Staff Nurse - Amberley Unit

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

The closing date is 18 March 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Nurse to join our Team at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing Hospital who provide outstanding care for patients with cancer. We are a friendly cohesive team and require a focused, committed, enthusiastic individual.

You must be a motivated individual with a flexible approach to work and will be a vital part of the SACT team in helping to deliver high level services to patients with cancer.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in our patient's lives then we would love to hear from you. University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust is a leading, welcoming Trust and offers rewarding career opportunities for caring, committed and innovative people, who wish to be valued for their work, and empowered to improve the services we provide. Cancer Services at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing and Chichester provide high quality, innovative cancer services, palliative, and end of life care closer to home.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly team. The Amberley Unit provides outpatient services for haematology and oncology patients including systemic anti-cancer treatments and supportive therapies.

The successful applicant needs to have had experience in haematology/oncology and have a recognised SACT administration training qualification, or willing to train.

The unit has a dedicated clinical practice educator providing opportunity for staff to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to progress in this rapidly expanding and diverse specialty.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level
3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussexand you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can't be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

• The delivery of Systemic Anti-cancer Treatments; chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy with a recognised SACT passport/qualification.
• Deliver support treatments: blood/platelet, IV Iron, IVIG, CVAD care and some medical treatments for non-cancer patients.
• Looking after the psychological and holistic needs of the patients during their treatment, with the support of the oncology/haematology teams, McMillian support, psychological therapies, volunteers etc.
• Working closely with the MDT;
  Consultants, CNS's, pharmacy, dieticians, support workers, Schedulers, EOLC

• Significant and current experience in acute hospital
• Experience working within haematology/oncology

• Current NMC Registration

• IV, Cannulation and venipuncture competency
• Current competency in the administration of blood products

• Ability to empathise, support and provide reassurance in difficult situations
• Able to demonstrate ability to liaise with MDT and elevate appropriately
• Experience in delivery pre SACT patient information sessions
• Experience in handling telephone triage
• Demonstrates skill in handling bad news situations
• Knowledge and experience of NHS IT systems/applications.

• Experience with Chemocare prescribing system

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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…