Job Summary
Cancer Nursing is a rewarding and expanding speciality within Hywel Dda University Health Board. An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Registered Nurse to work in the specialised and rewarding area of the Pembrokeshire Haematology and Oncology Day Unit (PHODU) at Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest.
We are looking for highly motivated individuals, with a passion to work in oncology and with experience of working on a SACT unit, to join our nursing team at Pembrokeshire Haematology and Oncology Day Unit. PHODU is a busy and ever changing challenging environment where Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment is delivered to both, Oncology and Haematology patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate sound knowledge in oncology and haematology, be competent in administration of Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment and should be expert in cannulation, venepuncture and venesection.
We are looking for an experienced nurse with management and leadership skills, who can be adaptative, work autonomously and demonstrate excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills.
Opportunities for learning at masters level, including non-medical prescribing, will be available to the successful applicants.
The successful candidate should be prepared to work across Health Board if required and have a flexible approach to the needs of the service.
Interviews to be held on 11/3/2026
About Us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our Services Are Provided In:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Details
Date posted
09 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
100-NMR
Job locations
Withybush General Hospital
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications and Knowledge
Registered first level nurse
NMC Registration
Education to Degree level
Evidence of continuing professional development within the speciality to postgraduate diploma level or equivalent experience
Post registration qualification in Oncology/ Haematology/ Chemotherapy
Desirable
Completion of SACT passport
Teaching qualification
Recognised management qualification
Non-medical Prescribing qualification (V300)
Essential
Experience
Experience of working within chemotherapy environment
Must be SACT competent
Experience of working within a multi-professional environment
Able to work autonomously/ and within a small team
Competent in administration of systemic anti-cancer treatments, venepuncture, venesections and cannulation
Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of speciality
Desirable
Previous experience of leadership and management
Experience of e-prescribing (chemocare)
Participation in PDRs
Participation in recruitment and selection
Language Skills
Desirable
Welsh speaker (Level 1)
Person Specification
Language Skills
Desirable
Welsh speaker (Level 1)
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
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Withybush General Hospital
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Withybush General Hospital
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
Employer's website
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