Job summary As a Band 6 Registered Nurse you will be accountable for the delivery of a high standard of cost effective nursing care to patients with a range of complex haematology/oncology conditions within a dedicated outpatient Cancer Unit (The Chemotherapy Unit). This will be based upon sound evidence based practice in line with the legal requirements, statutory rules and Health Board policies relating to practice and NMC Code of Conduct (2015). The post holder will provide a high level of clinically effective, safe nursing intervention through assessment, planning of care, implementation and evaluation. The post holder will contribute to the care of patients requiring administration of systemic anti cancer and supportive treatments and communicate effectively at all times in conjunction with other team members contributing to developing and maintaining the department philosophy. Main duties of the job An opportunity has arisen to recruit a full time Band 6 registered nurse to join the current team on a permanent basis in Glangwili General Hospital. The Cancer Treatment Day Unit at Glangwili General Hospital delivers day case anti-cancer treatment, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, to people affected by both an oncological and haematological malignancy. Ideally, the successful applicants will have experience in oncology, haematology and systemic anti-cancer treatment administration. However, transferable skills will be considered, and where necessary specific training in the speciality will be given. Most importantly the successful applicant will be an acute, experienced nurse who can evidence credible management and leadership skills. We are looking for a registered nurse who can be adaptive, work autonomously and is keen to develop. Opportunities for learning at masters level, including non-medical prescribing, will be available to the successful applicants. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Interviews to be held on 21/02/2025. About us Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through: Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest. Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire. Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion).Community facilities, including: 48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes. Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales. Date posted 05 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum (pro rata if part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share Reference number 100-NMR048-0225 Job locations Glangwili General Hospital Dolgwili Road Carmarthen SA31 2AF 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. Get instant access to our financial wellbeing benefit Wagestream. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real-time, stream up to 50% of the money youve already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save your wages straight from your salary. https://fb.watch/hzQjE8HzTN/ 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. Get instant access to our financial wellbeing benefit Wagestream. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real-time, stream up to 50% of the money youve already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save your wages straight from your salary. https://fb.watch/hzQjE8HzTN/ Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential 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) Experience Essential 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 Participation in PDR's Participation in recruitment and selection Experience of e-prescribing (chemcare) Language Skills Desirable Welsh Speaker (Level 1) Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential 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) Experience Essential 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 Participation in PDR's Participation in recruitment and selection Experience of e-prescribing (chemcare) 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 Glangwili General Hospital Dolgwili Road Carmarthen SA31 2AF Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)