Job summary Are you a nurse looking to develop your leadership skills? Are you keen to dramatically enhance patients' treatment experience? We are seeking a committed nurse to join our team in providing leadership and expertise to a team of nurses. The nature of cancer care is changing, and this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our ever-expanding ambulatory care focus. We see patients at all stages of their illness and treatment. We are looking for nurses with the compassion and vision to thrive within the many challenges and rewards of this environment. You will need to be adaptable, organised and enjoy playing a role in teaching, appraising and supporting staff. Our new state-of-the-art Cancer centre opened in Sutton in July 2023.The post holder will work in the new cancer centre, spending time co-ordinating in the Rapid Diagnostic Centre & Outpatients. You will manage a variety of clinics, including one-stop breast clinics, nurse-led wound care clinics and assessing patients pre and post operatively and much more. You will assist with diagnostic procedures and minor procedures within dermatology, plastics, sarcoma and breast. The successful candidate will be an experienced nurse with excellent communication and team leadership skills, with the vision and passion to optimise nursing care across the patients' cancer journey. For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Sister Mandy Townsend ext 4234 or Sister Jane Kimaru ext 1342. Main duties of the job The Senior Staff Nurse is responsible for assisting the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse in themanagement of the clinical environment and for the management of shifts. At Senior StaffNurse level, the post holder is required to take responsibility for the management anddevelopment of a team of employees under the supervision of the Ward Sister / ChargeNurse. About us The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number TEMP_500 Job locations Royal Marsden Sutton Sutton SM2 5PT Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. To complete the first level assessment of patients with cancer and their families to gain anunderstanding of their physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs and to develop apositive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that these needs are met. This will include: Counterchecking patients vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapyprescription and consent before administration of treatment. The Senior Staff Nurse is responsible for supervising junior and unqualified staff inthe delivery of care and to ensure that staff have the necessary knowledge, skills andresources to carry out the care delegated to them. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification. To complete the first level assessment of patients with cancer and their families to gain anunderstanding of their physiological, psycho-social, spiritual and cultural needs and to develop apositive, realistic and supportive attitude to ensure that these needs are met. This will include: Counterchecking patients vital signs, blood results, patient body surface area, chemotherapyprescription and consent before administration of treatment. The Senior Staff Nurse is responsible for supervising junior and unqualified staff inthe delivery of care and to ensure that staff have the necessary knowledge, skills andresources to carry out the care delegated to them. Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development RMH Certificate in Intravenous Drug Administration or to be obtained within three months of appointment Desirable Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualification Experience Essential Experience in intravenous drug administration Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job Desirable Experience in chemotherapy administration Experience in Clinical Management Evidence of relevant teaching experience Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management Skills Abilities/knowledge Desirable Experience in oncology or area of specialty Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills Computer Literacy (e.g. use of Microsoft Word and Outlook) Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development RMH Certificate in Intravenous Drug Administration or to be obtained within three months of appointment Desirable Qualification in oncology or speciality Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent) Recognised teaching qualification Experience Essential Experience in intravenous drug administration Sufficient post registration nursing experience in oncology or speciality to be confident and competent in using the required skills to do the job Desirable Experience in chemotherapy administration Experience in Clinical Management Evidence of relevant teaching experience Knowledge and understanding of clinical trials management Skills Abilities/knowledge Desirable Experience in oncology or area of specialty Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills Computer Literacy (e.g. use of Microsoft Word and Outlook) 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 The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Marsden Sutton Sutton SM2 5PT Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)