Registered Nurse - Oncology - JR112699

Job description

Job responsibilities

Registered Nurse Oncology/Haematology

WHO ARE WE?

• We are Circle Health Group.

• We are the number one independent provider of hospital services in this country, with more than 50 hospitals, 6000 specialists and 2 million patient visits each year.

• We offer high quality, safe, accessible and affordable healthcare.

• We want to be the most innovative and patient focused healthcare organisation.

WHO ARE YOU?

• You are a compassionate, highly skilled Registered Nurse with a strong interest or background in Oncology and/or Haematology.

• You are committed to delivering outstanding, evidence-based care to patients with complex and often life-changing conditions.

• You demonstrate professionalism, resilience, and empathy when supporting patients and families through diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

• You work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and uphold the highest standards of clinical practice, safety, and patient experience.

WHAT DO YOU DO?

Clinical Care & Patient Experience

• Deliver safe, effective, and individualised nursing care to Oncology and Haematology patients across inpatient, day-case and outpatient settings.

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in line with agreed treatment pathways and care plans.

• Support patients undergoing cancer and haematological treatments, including chemotherapy, transfusions, and supportive therapies (where trained).

• Monitor patients for treatment-related side effects, complications, and deterioration, escalating concerns appropriately.

• Provide holistic care that addresses physical, emotional, psychological, and informational needs of patients and their families.

Treatment & Clinical Practice

• Administer prescribed treatments and medications in line with local policies, national guidance, and competency frameworks.

• Support the safe delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) where trained and authorised, or work towards SACT competency as required.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in line with professional and legal standards.

• Ensure infection prevention and control measures are followed at all times.

Governance, Safety & Quality

• Work in accordance with NMC Code, Circle Health Group policies, and national Oncology/Haematology standards.

• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development activities.

• Recognise, report, and respond to incidents, near misses, and safeguarding concerns in line with organisational policies.

• Contribute to maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements (e.g. CQC).

Teamworking & Professional Practice

• Work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team, liaising with consultants, pharmacists, specialist nurses, and allied health professionals.

• Support and supervise junior staff, students, and new starters as appropriate.

• Act as an advocate for patients, promoting dignity, respect, and informed decision-making.

Development & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain professional competence through ongoing CPD and mandatory training.

• Engage in appraisal, reflective practice, and personal development planning.

• Contribute ideas and feedback to improve patient pathways, service delivery, and patient experience.

WHAT DO YOU HAVE?

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.

• Experience working in an Oncology and/or Haematology setting.

• Sound understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support patients in emotionally challenging situations.

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• SACT qualfication.

Desirable

• Post-registration experience in Oncology, Haematology, or cancer services.

• Experience in private healthcare, acute hospital, or specialist cancer services.

• Evidence of involvement in audits, service improvement, or specialist training.

WHAT SORT OF PERSON ARE YOU?

• You are compassionate, patient-centred, and committed to delivering high-quality care.

• You are calm under pressure and able to manage complex clinical situations safely.

• You are proactive, organised, and attentive to detail.

• You are a strong communicator who builds trust with patients, families, and colleagues.

• You are adaptable, resilient, and committed to lifelong learning and professional development.

WHAT ELSE?

• This is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity. This is not exhaustive and may change due to future changes and developments.

• You have to maintain your knowledge and conduct your duties responsibly with the guidance of the Health & Safety at Work Act.

• You treat all patient information as confidential and would only breach confidence if you felt that a patient or member of staff was at risk of harm.

Health & Safety / Confidentiality

You must maintain knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act. Ensuring appropriate measures are taken in respect of Health and Safety for staff, visitors and contractors.

In the course of their duties employees will have access to confidential material about patients, members of staff and Circle Health Group. On no account must information relating to identifiable patients be divulged to anyone other than authorised persons, for example, medical, nursing or other professional staff, as appropriate, who are concerned directly with the care, diagnosis and/or treatment of the patient. Similarly, no information of a personal or confidential nature concerning individual members of staff should be divulged to anyone without the proper authority. Failure to observe these rules will be regarded as serious misconduct, which could result in disciplinary action being taken including dismissal.

This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity. This job description is not an exhaustive document and may be subject to alteration in the light of future changes and developments.

Opportunities with Circle Health Group

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work stylesand more.

Were passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Valid SACT qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in an Oncology and/or Haematology setting.
• Competency administering Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy.
• Sound understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support patients in emotionally challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced clinical environment.

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.

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

Circle Health Group

Address

The Chiltern Hospital

London Road

Great Missenden

Buckinghamshire

HP16 0EN

Employer's website

https://www.circlehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)