Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for nurses interested in a career in Cancer Nursing
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,
Applicants ideally should have will have at least 1-year's experience of working with cancer patients in the general setting and wish to develop their skills and knowledge 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.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a compassionate, friendly and enthusiastic Chemotherapy Nurse to help support patients with a diagnosis of cancer undergoing systemic anti cancer therapy (SACT). Predominantly your role will be to deliver excellent holistic nursing care to patients receiving chemotherapy/SACT and supportive care
While experience in the specialty is desirable it is not essential as you will be fully supported as you 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 completion of the programme.
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.
Above all we are looking for nurses with passion and drive who are committed to maintaining and improving care for patients and their families who are undergoing chemotherapy/SACT
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Details
Date posted
26 October 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
390-CAN-SO-0555-C
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
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