Job summary Velindre nursing services have exciting opportunities for dynamic Band 5 Staff Nurses with a flexible approach to work wishing to expand their knowledge and experience in Oncology, both in our inpatient setting and SACT day case Units. Successful candidates will have full supported training period to gain the skills required to deliver high quality care to oncology patients. They will complete the UKONs SACT passport that is a recognised accredited competency. 1. This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 months due to maternity cover. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. PLEASE NOTE Applicants will need to get permission from their line manager before submitting their interest, a release form to be included with your application form can be downloaded here. (This form is for the staff member and line manager to complete and return to you) Main duties of the job The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, participating and contributing to the wider clinical governance agenda including service developments and flexible working to meet the needs of patients. Managing a case load of patients receiving a range of Oncology treatments and management of the associated complications There is also a requirement to supervise junior staff and teach qualified and unqualified staff including basic and post basic students. Please be aware that you may be required to cover in Chemotherapy Service, Outpatients or Inpatients. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services. Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors. If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you. Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/ Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 120-NMR152-0225 Job locations Velindre Cancer Centre Velindre Road, Whitchurch Cardiff CF14 2TL Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential 1 st or 2nd Level registered nurse or practitioner. Degree or Working towards a degree. NMC standards. Chemotherapy awareness Desirable Teaching and Assessment Clinical Assessment skills. Educated to Degree Level Willing to undertake specialist oncology module in chemotherapy. Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Evidence of experience in general nursing practice Desirable Oncology experience as a student or qualified Critical care Chemotherapy Administration Evidence of Mentorship /clinical supervision IT skills - ECDL, ISCO Cannulation Phlebotomy Chemotherapy administration Aptitude and Abilities Essential Evidence of communication skills. Demonstrate competent clinical skills. Ability to be constructive through diplomacy and negotiation Desirable IT skills - ECDL, ISCO Cannulation Phlebotomy Chemotherapy administration Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential 1 st or 2nd Level registered nurse or practitioner. Degree or Working towards a degree. NMC standards. Chemotherapy awareness Desirable Teaching and Assessment Clinical Assessment skills. Educated to Degree Level Willing to undertake specialist oncology module in chemotherapy. Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Evidence of experience in general nursing practice Desirable Oncology experience as a student or qualified Critical care Chemotherapy Administration Evidence of Mentorship /clinical supervision IT skills - ECDL, ISCO Cannulation Phlebotomy Chemotherapy administration Aptitude and Abilities Essential Evidence of communication skills. Demonstrate competent clinical skills. Ability to be constructive through diplomacy and negotiation Desirable IT skills - ECDL, ISCO Cannulation Phlebotomy Chemotherapy administration 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 Velindre Cancer Centre Address Velindre Cancer Centre Velindre Road, Whitchurch Cardiff CF14 2TL Employer's website https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/ (Opens in a new tab)