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Community Oncology Nurse

Posted 12 days 9 hours ago by Homelinkhealthcare

Permanent
Full Time
Other
England, United Kingdom
Job Description

Location: London (London to M25 borders, Community-based role - travel required)

Contract: Full-time Permanent

Make a real difference delivering high-quality cancer care in patients' homes.

If you're an experienced, NMC-registered nurse who thrives on independence and wants to support patients receiving SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy) outside of hospital, we'd love to hear from you.

At HomeLink Healthcare, we've been providing outstanding Hospital at Home services in partnership with the NHS and private healthcare providers since 2016. Our mission is simple: help patients recover comfortably at home, avoid unnecessary admissions, and improve health outcomes.

What you'll get:
  • Paid mileage from home (45p per mile)
  • Enhanced pay for weekends & Bank Holidays
  • Full clinical support in a team focused environment
  • Ongoing training & professional development, including mandatory SACT reaccreditation
  • Staff discounts across retail & leisure
  • Pension contribution
  • Company Life Assurance Scheme
  • 33 days paid holiday pro rata + an additional day off for your birthday
About the Role: Community Oncology Nurse:

As a Community Oncology Nurse, you'll provide safe, compassionate care to patients receiving SACT in their own homes. You'll work autonomously while collaborating with cancer consultants, CNSs, pharmacists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver expert, holistic care.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Administering SACT safely and competently in the patient's home
  • Pre-chemotherapy blood sampling and monitoring of treatment responses
  • Safe management of IV therapy and central venous access devices (Port a Cath, PICC lines)
  • Monitoring patient conditions, updating records, and escalating concerns promptly
  • Providing emotional support, guidance, and practical advice to patients and families
  • Participating in MDTs, handovers, and clinical governance activities
  • Promoting health, wellbeing, and patient independence throughout the treatment pathway
You'll Need
  • Active NMC registration
  • At least 3 years post registration experience
  • Competence in venepuncture, cannulation, and IV drug administration
  • Experience with central venous catheters (Port a Cath, PICC)
  • Experience in oncology/SACT nursing essential
  • Community or home based nursing experience desirable
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
  • Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)
About You

We're looking for compassionate, collaborative, and patient focused nurses. You'll have excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to delivering safe, high quality cancer care in the community.

Why Join HomeLink Healthcare?

At HomeLink Healthcare, we are a clinician led, patient focused organisation, every role contributes to transforming care outside of hospitals. We're proud to foster an inclusive, supportive culture, underpinned by our commitments to:

  • Support diversity and neurodiversity in healthcare
  • Sign the Mental Health at Work Commitment and Age Without Limits Pledge
  • Create an inclusive culture where colleagues and patients feel safe, supported, and valued

If you want to make a tangible impact on the future of community oncology care, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply for this fantastic opportunity and join our team, you must be eligible to work in the UK and be a resident. Please do not apply if you are not eligible to work in the UK. Please note that sponsorships are not available.

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