University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Staff Nurse - Oncology

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Job summary

We are seeking highly motivated band 5 nurses with experience to join our Oncology inpatient ward team at UCLH. We are looking for professionals who are enthusiastic, dedicated and whom have excellent communication skills. You will be welcomed into our large oncology multi-disciplinary team and be supported to develop as a band 5 nurse. The support provided will include preceptorship, peer support and training with our clinical practice facilitators.

At UCLH we provide highly specialised cancer care for oncology patients with a wide range of solid tumours, we are one of two cancer centres in London offering specialised care to sarcoma patients. As you develop in this role you will be trained in medicine management to include intravenous drug administration. You will also be trained on effective aseptic technique, venepuncture & cannulation, catheterisation, central venous access, chest drains and many other skills. We are also supported with specialist staff to support and provide training with palliative and end of life care.

Main duties of the job

What we do:

Our inpatient unit includes 2 oncology wards with a total of 42 beds, which provide a variety of treatments including:

  • Cytotoxic chemotherapy
  • Trial treatments
  • Biological therapies
  • Radiotherapy
  • Brachytherapy
  • Radioisotope treatments
  • Palliative care including complex symptom management end of life care

About us

What we can offer you:

We aim to provide a service which is tailored to the individuals needs' as well as ensuring our staff are supported through regular clinical supervision time, educational programmes and on-going professional development.

The area actively supports nurse led activities and research and offers genuine opportunities for professional and personal development. Funding is available for diploma and degree pathways within the speciality alongside in house ward based teaching sessions and an internal rotational programme is offered.

Our focus is always to provide the best possible patient care and our team values reflect those of the Trust: Safety, Kindness, Teamwork and Improving.

Details

Date posted

24 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£30,786 to £37,841 a year £29,888 - £36,738 per annum inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-NAT5SCB106-RA-AE

Job locations

UCLH NHS Foundation Trust

London

NW1 2PG


Job description

Job responsibilities

What we look for in our nurses:

You will need to have a minimum of 6 months post registration experience within an acute healthcare setting. Oncology or Haematology experience is desirable, but not essential as successful candidates will receive local orientation and ongoing speciality training and support.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we look for in our nurses:

You will need to have a minimum of 6 months post registration experience within an acute healthcare setting. Oncology or Haematology experience is desirable, but not essential as successful candidates will receive local orientation and ongoing speciality training and support.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

  • RN
Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

  • RN

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 College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

UCLH NHS Foundation Trust

London

NW1 2PG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

UCLH NHS Foundation Trust

London

NW1 2PG


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Charge Nurse

Michael Thorne

michael.thorne2@nhs.net

02034471328

Details

Date posted

24 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£30,786 to £37,841 a year £29,888 - £36,738 per annum inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-NAT5SCB106-RA-AE

Job locations

UCLH NHS Foundation Trust

London

NW1 2PG


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