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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Staff Nurse

The closing date is 22 January 2026

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Job summary

We currently have a vacancy for an experienced, registered nurse, to become part of the team within Oncology Outpatients & Chemotherapy Day Case Unit, within the Oncology & Blood Services Directorate, Derriford Hospital. Flexible shift patterns are worked.

Applicants should have worked for at least two years as a Band 5 nurse, ideally with some Oncology experience. Venepuncture & cannulation skills are an advantage. Within the unit, the nurse will co-ordinate outpatient clinics, administer chemotherapy, and provide support to patients & relatives/carers on a day to day basis.

An induction period for new staff is provided; training & ongoing study days/sessions will be available.

Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS at Risk staff throughout Devon who is able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.

For further information and an informal discussion/visit, please telephone, Jenny White Senior Sister via 01752 430290.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

Venepuncture & cannulation

Will run nurse led injection/supportive med's clinic

Nurse will co-ordinate outpatient clinics

Administer chemotherapy, and provide support to patients & relatives/carers on a day to day basis.

Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering a high standard of effective specialist nursing/practitioner care following a patient centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.

To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Supervision, education and direction of junior staff, healthcare assistants and learners.

Work independently/autonomously without direct supervision, having freedom to act whilst being accountable for own professional action

Support junior staff

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

08 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year £31,049 - £37,796 Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

216-GT-DB7697146

Job locations

Derriford

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

In the absence of Ward Sister/Deputy, regularly assumes responsibility for the ward/department on a day-to-day basis, utilising knowledge of Trust standards, policies and procedures. b. To provide leadership and act as role model for other staff members. . Contributes to the management of risk, both clinical and financial.

For further details please see attached JD & PS

Job description

Job responsibilities

In the absence of Ward Sister/Deputy, regularly assumes responsibility for the ward/department on a day-to-day basis, utilising knowledge of Trust standards, policies and procedures. b. To provide leadership and act as role model for other staff members. . Contributes to the management of risk, both clinical and financial.

For further details please see attached JD & PS

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable post registration experience in a relevant clinical area
  • Proven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development

Desirable

  • Venepuncture & Cannulation skills
  • IV drug & chemotherapy administration
  • CVAD competencies

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse or Equivalent Registration

Desirable

  • Relevant post registration clinical course or equivalent demonstrable experience
  • Diploma qualification in a healthcare related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

  • Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
  • Organisational skills and able to work as a team leader

Desirable

  • Demonstrate potential management abilities (Supervision & staff support skills)
Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable post registration experience in a relevant clinical area
  • Proven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development

Desirable

  • Venepuncture & Cannulation skills
  • IV drug & chemotherapy administration
  • CVAD competencies

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse or Equivalent Registration

Desirable

  • Relevant post registration clinical course or equivalent demonstrable experience
  • Diploma qualification in a healthcare related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

  • Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
  • Organisational skills and able to work as a team leader

Desirable

  • Demonstrate potential management abilities (Supervision & staff support skills)

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Derriford

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Sister

Tracy Taylor

tracytaylor1@nhs.net

01752430290

Details

Date posted

08 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year £31,049 - £37,796 Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

216-GT-DB7697146

Job locations

Derriford

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


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