Job Description

The Chemotherapy Daycase unit at Nottingham University Hospitals serves a population of 1.2 million patients and as a centre of excellence attracts many more from the surrounding counties.



We provide cancer treatment with both curative and palliative intents for a wide range of malignant diseases. Patients may receive: Chemotherapy, Biological and Immunotherapies at the unit.



In order to meet the growing demands on our service an exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse.



The role will also require cross site working and providing cover as needed for our satellite unit at Kings Mill Hospital.



In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.



We are looking to recruit someone who has had recent Oncology experience, with proven leadership skills and is competent to administer SACT.



As part of the senior nurse team you will provide support to team members and lead by example by working clinically administering SACT to ensure we provide a high quality, progressive and effective service to all our patients.



You will be given the chance to undertake additional training in regard's to authorising Chemotherapy .



This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills and experience of the Band 6 role. You will be part of a very busy, nurse-led team working in an out-patient area.



With over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.



Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!



We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.



As part of the senior nurse team you will provide support to all team members and lead by example by working clinically to ensure we provide a high quality, progressive and effective service to all our patients.



You must display excellent leadership and communication skills and be confident to deal with members of the public and the hospitals multidisciplinary team.