Bank Chemotherapy Nurse

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Specialist Nurse in Cancer Services to join the Oncology Team on an adhoc basis, this role will suit if you are looking for the work/life balance and are flexible.

• Shift Patterns: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm
• Telephone On Call will be required 1 in 6
• The service currently specialises in Breast Cancer, Gynaecology, Colorectal, Lung and Haematology cancers.

Working within a highly supportive team you will provide care to patients with all types of conditions in Oncology. You will be provided with full mandatory training in this and will treat your own caseload of patients and make your own decisions as part of a wider team. You will also work alongside the consultants at the hospital providing exemplary care.

Duties and responsibilities

• To provide exemplary planned care for patients and assist in the management and organisation of care provision in Oncology Day Chemotherapy Centre. Care of cancer patients receiving Systemic Anti- Cancer Therapy (SACT).
• Assess patients' health and wellbeing across a complex and changing caseload of cancer patients.
• Assist in the delivery of care to meet individuals' health and wellbeing needs throughout the cancer treatment pathway.
• Provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information related to cancer patient care.

Who we're looking for

• NMC registered - your pin should not have any restrictions or conditions
• Have a minimum of 1-2 years' experience working in an Oncology/Haematology setting.
• Competent in venepuncture, phlebotomy and cannulation and the use of CVADs.
• Evidence of SACT competency.
• UK Oncology Nurse Society (UKONS) SACT passport (preferred but not essential).
• Post registration study in cancer care or equivalent (desirable but not essential).
• Compassionate and patient advocate.
• Excellent communication skills organised and can showcase excellent patient care.
• Bank colleagues are paid weekly
• Access to Spire Healthcare pension
• Access to Blue Light Card discounts
• Smartspending discounts (in addition to Blue Light discounts) via 'Spire for You'
• Wellbeing Centre access via 'Spire for You'
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Full induction, including mandatory training updates
• Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
• Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team
• We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness or annual leave.
• The MyGymDiscounts benefit is now also available to all Spire Bank workers, as of October 2024.
• MyGymDiscounts is a fitness benefit that offers huge savings on gym memberships, digital fitness subscriptions and multi-activity memberships. With over 3,800 gyms, leisure centres, and more across the UK on offer, there are many options to suit location, preference, and budget.

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.