Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for nurses interested in a career in Cancer Nursing .



The Chemotherapy Nurse will support patients with a diagnosis of cancer undergoing systemic anti cancer therapy (SACT).



You will develop clinical expertise and professional knowledge in the delivery of chemotherapy/SACT by undertaking competency based training with support and guidance from the Chemotherapy Nurse practitioners that will enable you to progress to a band 6 role on successful completion of the programme. This programme can take 12-24 months to complete .



You will work and act as a role model for professional practice at all times and deliver high standards of nursing and supportive care to patients, their families and carers.



Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.



No VISA sponsorship available for this role



Applications are invited from enthusiastic registered nurses to join a dedicated multi-disciplinary chemotherapy team and work in our purpose built 22 chair Chemotherapy Day Unit at Southend Hospital.



Ideally applicants will have at least 1 year experience of caring for patients with cancer in a general setting and wish to develop their knowledge and skills further by working within the specialty of Oncology/Chemotherapy/SACT



We are able to offer you academic opportunities to study relevant cancer/chemotherapy related courses that will contribute towards your professional development and enhance your clinical practice .



You are encouraged to call or come for an informal visit to discuss this role and meet the team.



Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.



We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust



Are you looking for an exciting Staff Nurse - Chemotherapy role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.



For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.



We look forward to your application.



Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.