Job summary
We are seeking experienced Haemato-Oncology Nurses to join our Haematology inpatient services on Elf & Libra Ward and New Waddington Ward.
The Senior Staff role offers the opportunity to provide specialist nursing care, lead shifts, and support ward development within a highly skilled, dynamic, and internationally recognised team.
The successful candidate will hold recognised chemotherapy and haemato-oncology qualifications, with experience in shift coordination. You will deliver expert care to patients with malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions, including those undergoing bone marrow transplantation, while providing psychological support to patients and families. Acting as a role model and resource for junior staff, you will support the Ward Manager, contribute to audit and service improvement, and demonstrate advanced clinical skills and leadership.
The Department of Haematological Medicine at King's College Hospital is one of the UK's leading centres, offering innovative, challenging, and rewarding opportunities for professional development. Staff benefit from strong academic links and a dedicated Practice Development Team supporting ongoing learning and career progression.
Main duties of the job
- To provide expert, holistic care of a high standard to both the patients and their relatives within the King's College Hospital.
- To take direct managerial responsibility for the clinical area in the absence of or as delegated by the Ward Sister/ Charge Nurse/ Head of Department.
- To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of nurses within the ward complement.
- To act as a clinical resource within the ward and across the Care Group as necessary.
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
- Deliver specialist, evidence-based nursing care in haematology in line with the NMC Code.
- Provide expert advice and support to patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
- Manage a defined caseload, ensuring accurate assessment, care planning, and documentation.
- Competently perform advanced clinical skills including central line care, blood product administration, venepuncture, infusion therapies, chemotherapy, and stem cell transfusions.
- Act as a clinical resource, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication.
- Implement clinical guidelines, participate in audit, and support quality improvement initiatives.
Education and Research
- Mentor and supervise junior staff and students, supporting competency development.
- Contribute to education within the Care Group.
- Promote evidence-based practice and participate in research as appropriate.
Management and Leadership
- Act as shift leader, coordinating workload and patient flow.
- Support ward management with staffing, resource use, risk management, and service development.
- Liaise with medical staff and bed management to ensure effective admissions and discharges.
- Manage incidents, complaints, and crisis situations professionally.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control.
Professional Development
- Maintain clinical competence, mandatory training, and NMC requirements.
- Actively engage in appraisal, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
- Support performance development of junior staff.
Governance
- Uphold Trust policies, confidentiality, health and safety, and infection control standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
- Deliver specialist, evidence-based nursing care in haematology in line with the NMC Code.
- Provide expert advice and support to patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
- Manage a defined caseload, ensuring accurate assessment, care planning, and documentation.
- Competently perform advanced clinical skills including central line care, blood product administration, venepuncture, infusion therapies, chemotherapy, and stem cell transfusions.
- Act as a clinical resource, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication.
- Implement clinical guidelines, participate in audit, and support quality improvement initiatives.
Education and Research
- Mentor and supervise junior staff and students, supporting competency development.
- Contribute to education within the Care Group.
- Promote evidence-based practice and participate in research as appropriate.
Management and Leadership
- Act as shift leader, coordinating workload and patient flow.
- Support ward management with staffing, resource use, risk management, and service development.
- Liaise with medical staff and bed management to ensure effective admissions and discharges.
- Manage incidents, complaints, and crisis situations professionally.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control.
Professional Development
- Maintain clinical competence, mandatory training, and NMC requirements.
- Actively engage in appraisal, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
- Support performance development of junior staff.
Governance
- Uphold Trust policies, confidentiality, health and safety, and infection control standards.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse with active UK NMC PIN.
- Chemotherapy course or further professional studies relevant to the clinical area.
- Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification.
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or Equivalent.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable clinical expertise, relevant to the area.
- Demonstrable interest in and commitment to the professional development of others.
Desirable
- Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Communication skills - able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and is able to work with and through others.
- Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Nurse with active UK NMC PIN.
- Chemotherapy course or further professional studies relevant to the clinical area.
- Mentorship programme or equivalent teaching qualification.
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing or Equivalent.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable clinical expertise, relevant to the area.
- Demonstrable interest in and commitment to the professional development of others.
Desirable
- Previous experience of leading change in a clinical environment
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Communication skills - able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and is able to work with and through others.
- Team building and working skills - able to lead a team to achieve results.
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).
