Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding nursing role where you can truly make a difference? Joining our busy paediatric oncology ward offers an exceptional opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills while supporting children and their families through all stages of care. We pride ourselves on a strong culture of education, providing structured learning, ongoing professional development, and mentorship from highly experienced specialist nurses and clinicians. As a ward actively involved in national and international research trials, you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge treatments and evidence-based practice that shape the future of paediatric cancer care. This is a fast-paced, supportive, and compassionate environment, ideal for nurses who are motivated to learn, grow, and become part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO Participate in the checking and administration of intravenous drugs. Participate in the checking and administration of intravenous chemotherapy with appropriate training. Give and receive regular reports on the progress of patients, immediately acting on any changes in the patients condition, and reporting them to the relevant health care professional. Work with medical staff and other members of the health care team locally & regionally to ensure that treatments are carried out within agreed policies.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FORYou will need to have: RSCN/RN Child Branch qualification. Previous experience of working in Paediatric oncology is desirable but not essential. Competent in the administration of intravenous therapy. Competence in the administration of chemotherapy is desirable but not essential.
The unit is a MASCC-Designated centre of excellence in Supportive Care in Cancer, one of only 2 centres in the UK.
We have a dedicated team of research Nurses who work on a number of clinical trials, we are a leading centre for Neuroblastoma trials.
We have a team of 8 Oncology Nurse Specialists based on the unit who support families in our care.
We have dedicated clinical facilitators on the unit to enable us to provide the best possible platform to achieve the career that you want with our oncology education pathway.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO Participate in the checking and administration of intravenous drugs. Participate in the checking and administration of intravenous chemotherapy with appropriate training. Give and receive regular reports on the progress of patients, immediately acting on any changes in the patients condition, and reporting them to the relevant health care professional. Work with medical staff and other members of the health care team locally & regionally to ensure that treatments are carried out within agreed policies.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FORYou will need to have: RSCN/RN Child Branch qualification. Previous experience of working in Paediatric oncology is desirable but not essential. Competent in the administration of intravenous therapy. Competence in the administration of chemotherapy is desirable but not essential.
The unit is a MASCC-Designated centre of excellence in Supportive Care in Cancer, one of only 2 centres in the UK.
We have a dedicated team of research Nurses who work on a number of clinical trials, we are a leading centre for Neuroblastoma trials.
We have a team of 8 Oncology Nurse Specialists based on the unit who support families in our care.
We have dedicated clinical facilitators on the unit to enable us to provide the best possible platform to achieve the career that you want with our oncology education pathway.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Knowledge of own role within the team
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
- Awareness of evidence-based practice
- Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
- Evidence of on-going personal development
- Able to use initiative
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study
- Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
- Teaching experience
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
- Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
- Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Knowledge of own role within the team
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
- Awareness of evidence-based practice
- Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
- Evidence of on-going personal development
- Able to use initiative
Desirable
- Evidence of recent study
- Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
- Teaching experience
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
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).
