Acute Oncology Sister/Charge Nurse B6 – NHS
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Acute Oncology Service (AOS) at The Royal Surrey Cancer Centre, Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a committed, dynamic, and motivated individual with a passion for Acute Oncology to join our dedicated and cohesive team.
About the Role:
* Coordinating the Oncology Same Day Emergency Care (OSDEC) Unit, triaging referrals, admitting patients, and organising investigations.
* Assessing patients and providing specialist oncology nursing care, including managing treatment complications, administering medication and fluids, and performing nursing procedures.
* Triaging oncology and hematology patients through the Oncology Treatment Hotline, ensuring timely advice and intervention.
* Working closely with the Emergency Department, Chemotherapy Day Unit, Radiotherapy, St. Luke's Outpatient Clinic, and inpatient wards to ensure smooth patient flow and high‑quality care.
* Leading service improvements, participating in audits, research, and education, and ensuring adherence to national guidelines and Cancer Alliance protocols.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside the Acute Oncology Team (AOT) to coordinate and deliver a comprehensive Acute Oncology Service (AOS) within the Trust, ensuring the provision of high‑quality, timely care to oncology patients while maintaining clear communication with multidisciplinary teams.
About Us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure. We are clinically led and provide joined‑up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has given us an overall rating of Outstanding. Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and are investing in our colleagues through a commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Details
* Date posted: 18 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: 6
* Salary: £40,617 to £48,778 a year (pro rata) including High Cost Area Supplement
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part‑time
* Reference number: 384‑SB‑EMF19285
* Job location(s): The Royal Surrey County Hospital, Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX
Job responsibilities
Through training, study, and hands‑on experience, the post holder will develop expertise in providing a highly specialised Acute Oncology nursing service at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. Working closely with the AOT, the post holder will contribute to the implementation and delivery of the AOS, aligning with the National Chemotherapy Advisory Group (NCAG) report and Acute Oncology Service Measures. This role plays a critical part in monitoring service impact using key performance metrics and supporting the strategic development of the service.
About You:
* Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to work independently and proactively.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong interest in developing and improving Acute Oncology Services.
* Collaborative working within a multidisciplinary team to provide timely, patient‑centred care.
Person Specification – Essential Qualifications
* 1st level registered Nurse with current registration.
* 1st degree (health related).
* Relevant post‑registered qualifications in cancer, Acute or emergency care.
* Teaching qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent.
* Evidence of recent professional development.
Person Specification – Desirable Qualifications
* Management qualification.
* Clinical Examination Module at Level 3/4 or willingness to work towards.
* Advanced communication training.
* Psychological support training at level 2.
Knowledge – Essential
* Post‑registration experience within an acute cancer, emergency care or palliative care setting.
* Demonstrated advanced clinical skills in managing complex care situations.
* Experience in multi‑disciplinary education within the specialist field.
* Practical experience of change/development practice and project management.
* Experience of undertaking and applying research or audit to deliver the clinical governance agenda.
* Recent experience within primary and secondary care environments.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website.
Employer details
* Employer name: Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust.
* Address: The Royal Surrey County Hospital, Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX.
* Website: https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/
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