Job summary An exciting opportunity for has arisen for a Band 6 Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse to join our Team at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing Hospital who provide outstanding care for patients with cancer. We are a friendly cohesive team and require a focused, committed, enthusiastic individual. You must be a motivated individual who is trained or willing to under take training on the administration of Systemic Anti Cancer Treatments with a flexible approach to work and will be a vital part of the SACT team in helping to deliver high level services to patients with cancer, whilst supporting the ward manager on the unit. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in our patient's lives then we would love to hear from you. University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust is a leading, welcoming Trust and offers rewarding career opportunities for caring, committed and innovative people, who wish to be valued for their work, and empowered to improve the services we provide. Cancer Services at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundations Trust in Worthing, Chichester and Brighton provide high quality, innovative cancer services, palliative, and end of life care closer to home. Main duties of the job Balcombe ward provide inpatients services for haematology and patients including systemic anti cancer treatments and supportive therapies. The successful applicant will ideally be qualified in SACT administration but a willingness to complete this training upon appointment maybe considered for the right candidate with cancer nursing experience. Substantial experience in calculation and IV drug administration is required. This individual must have been working at a senior band 5 level and have excellent communication skills. The unit has a dedicated clinical practice educator providing opportunity for staff to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to progress in this rapidly expanding and diverse speciality. About us At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First. In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/ Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 279-6959049-JAN25 Job locations Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road Worthing BN11 2DH Job description Job responsibilities To assist the ward Manager in maintaining the effective management of staff and resources in providing a high standard of patient care and safety. In conjunction with the ward Manager, the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse will be responsible for providing clinical supervision and support to the unit team in the development of specialist skills. Please see attached Job Description for further details. Job description Job responsibilities To assist the ward Manager in maintaining the effective management of staff and resources in providing a high standard of patient care and safety. In conjunction with the ward Manager, the Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse will be responsible for providing clinical supervision and support to the unit team in the development of specialist skills. Please see attached Job Description for further details. Person Specification SACT experience Essential Evidence of cancer nursing in an acute trust Practice Assessor Advanced communication course Degree level study Cannulation and venepuncture Teaching and Assessing Desirable palliative care course Physical assessment course SACT experience Ukons telephone triage competency Fundamentals of care care course or equivalant Equality and Diversity Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Person Specification SACT experience Essential Evidence of cancer nursing in an acute trust Practice Assessor Advanced communication course Degree level study Cannulation and venepuncture Teaching and Assessing Desirable palliative care course Physical assessment course SACT experience Ukons telephone triage competency Fundamentals of care care course or equivalant Equality and Diversity Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to 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 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road Worthing BN11 2DH Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)