Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic and motivated individual who is looking to expand their knowledge in the holistic care of patients undergoing treatments for a wide range of cancers and medical conditions. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and experience. You will be expected to work as part of a team as well as using your own initiative and will be positively encouraged to recognise and develop service improvement. In return you will be working within a proactive, dynamic team, supporting delivery of a first class service and will have the opportunity to positively influence care for cancer patients and their families. There is an expectation that you will rotate within the day unit departments to support your development and service provision. You will be expected to apply for Chemotherapy Enhancing Practice in Cancer Care university course within 1 year of being on the Chemotherapy Day Unit. This vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received. About us South Tees Hospitals is the largest hospital trust in the Tees Valley with two acute hospitals and services in a number of community hospitals. The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough is a designated major trauma centre and provides all its specialties from one site which is unique for a hospital of its size. It provides a wide range of district general hospital services and specialist services such as neurosciences, renal medicine, spinal injuries, major trauma, cardiothoracics, vascular surgery and cancer services. It has 1,024 beds, a 24-hour acute admissions unit and an emergency department which houses the major trauma centre for Durham, East Cleveland, Tees Valley and North Yorkshire and has its own helipad. In 2012 the Middlesbrough hospital completed a £35 million redevelopment of its cancer services and is now proud to provide some of the best facilities in Europe. The James Cook University Hospital has a modern, central operating suite containing 20 well-equipped theatres and a 16-bedded intensive care unit. There is also an Institute of Learning, Research and Innovation on site, embracing postgraduate medical education, undergraduate teaching centre, nurse training school, the school of radiography and library facilities. The Friarage Hospital in Northallerton is an essential part of our organisation and an important point of delivery for the community. It is one of the smallest district general hospitals in the country and has 189 inpatient beds. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 328-JCSM-7052215 Job locations The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Job description Job responsibilities South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the Trust; this training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the leadership development programme, and the Quality Improvement Programme that the Trust delivers. This programme aims to Explore leadership within the NHS Promote Trust Values and Behaviours Develop your Leadership effectiveness and skills Practitioner level in quality improvement, equipping you with the skills to champion, lead and complete quality improvement within your role After you complete this four and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities, we offer further in-house courses dependent upon your role and bitesize programmes and leadership apprenticeships at level 3,5 and 7. Job description Job responsibilities South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the Trust; this training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the leadership development programme, and the Quality Improvement Programme that the Trust delivers. This programme aims to Explore leadership within the NHS Promote Trust Values and Behaviours Develop your Leadership effectiveness and skills Practitioner level in quality improvement, equipping you with the skills to champion, lead and complete quality improvement within your role After you complete this four and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities, we offer further in-house courses dependent upon your role and bitesize programmes and leadership apprenticeships at level 3,5 and 7. Person Specification Knowledge and Skills Essential Registered General Nurse Current NMC Registration Effective communication skills written and verbal. Commitment to the needs of the service including a flexible and adaptable approach in the work environment/ work practices. Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own work. A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives. Ability to use initiative to make a decision within sphere of work and/or knowledge, recognising where assistance is required. Commitment to adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures and to contribute to an implement policies in own area and propose changes. Experience Essential Experience working within an acute or community setting Commitment to evidence based practice Ability to work within the boundaries of the NMC Code of Professional conduct Experience of Multi-disciplinary working Qualifications and Training Essential Degree or Diploma in Nursing. Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates a positive image of the nursing profession. Caring and compassionate attitude to patients and colleagues. High level of personal motivation Courage to raise concerns and challenge practice. Commitment to the development of self and others. Willingness to undertake further training and development. Flexible approach to working hours to meet the needs of the service. Ability to travel independently, as required for the particular nursing role. Person Specification Knowledge and Skills Essential Registered General Nurse Current NMC Registration Effective communication skills written and verbal. Commitment to the needs of the service including a flexible and adaptable approach in the work environment/ work practices. Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own work. A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives. Ability to use initiative to make a decision within sphere of work and/or knowledge, recognising where assistance is required. Commitment to adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures and to contribute to an implement policies in own area and propose changes. Experience Essential Experience working within an acute or community setting Commitment to evidence based practice Ability to work within the boundaries of the NMC Code of Professional conduct Experience of Multi-disciplinary working Qualifications and Training Essential Degree or Diploma in Nursing. Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates a positive image of the nursing profession. Caring and compassionate attitude to patients and colleagues. High level of personal motivation Courage to raise concerns and challenge practice. Commitment to the development of self and others. Willingness to undertake further training and development. Flexible approach to working hours to meet the needs of the service. Ability to travel independently, as required for the particular nursing role. 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. 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. 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 South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)