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Job Summary
The Chemotherapy Daycase unit at Nottingham University Hospitals serves a population of 1.2 million patients and as a centre of excellence attracts many more from the surrounding counties.
Job Summary
The Chemotherapy Daycase unit at Nottingham University Hospitals serves a population of 1.2 million patients and as a centre of excellence attracts many more from the surrounding counties.
We provide cancer treatment with both curative and palliative intents for a wide range of malignant diseases. Patients may receive: Chemotherapy, Biological and Immunotherapies at the unit.
In order to meet the growing demands on our service an exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse.
The role will also require cross site working and providing cover as needed for our satellite unit at Kings Mill Hospital.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
We are looking to recruit someone who has had recent Oncology experience, with proven leadership skills and is competent to administer SACT.
As part of the senior nurse team you will provide support to team members and lead by example by working clinically administering SACT to ensure we provide a high quality, progressive and effective service to all our patients.
You will be given the chance to undertake additional training in regard's to authorising Chemotherapy .
This is a great opportunity to develop your leadership skills and experience of the Band 6 role. You will be part of a very busy, nurse-led team working in an out-patient area.
About Us
With over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Details
Date posted
12 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
164-7216160
Job locations
Nottingham University Hospitals
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
As part of the senior nurse team you will provide support to all team members and lead by example by working clinically to ensure we provide a high quality, progressive and effective service to all our patients.
You must display excellent leadership and communication skills and be confident to deal with members of the public and the hospitals multidisciplinary team.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
As part of the senior nurse team you will provide support to all team members and lead by example by working clinically to ensure we provide a high quality, progressive and effective service to all our patients.
You must display excellent leadership and communication skills and be confident to deal with members of the public and the hospitals multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Qualification/Skills/Experienc
Essential
* NMC Registered
* Recent Oncology/Haematology Experience
* Supervision of staff
Desirable
* Recent Leadership experience/study
* IV trained
* Chemotherapy Trained
* Venepuncture and Cannulation
Communication & Relationships
Essential
* Effective written, verbal & IT skills
* Able to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner
Desirable
* Involvement in Link nurse or project work
Analytical & Judgement skills
Essential
* Ability to respond to problem situations
* Able to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise & evaluate patient care
Desirable
* Knowledge of current issues in nursing
Planning & Organisation skills
Essential
* Able to prioritise own workload
* Able to respond to emergency situations
Desirable
* Demonstrate leadership skills
* Ability to supervise & support others
Physical & Role specific skill
Essential
* Physically able to perform full range of nursing duties
* Ability to work unsupervised in a nurse-led area
* Enthusiastic Motivated
* Enhanced DBS
Desirable
* Evidence of Moving & Handling training
* Experience of leading a team
Person Specification
Qualification/Skills/Experienc
Essential
* Physically able to perform full range of nursing duties
* Ability to work unsupervised in a nurse-led area
* Enthusiastic Motivated
* Enhanced DBS
Desirable
* Evidence of Moving & Handling training
* Experience of leading a team
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
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham University Hospitals
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Employer's website
https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham University Hospitals
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Employer's website
https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Hospitals
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