Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic registered chemotherapy nurse to join our Cancer Nursing Team at our SACT unit at Pembury Hospital. You will work within the team to provide outstanding clinical support and care for patients under the care of the Oncology/Haematology Department. Patients are offered expert clinical care which is compassionate and individualisedYou should possess excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills and be prepared to professionally develop to meet the needs of the service. You should be visible and accessible with quality and standards as your priority. You will need to be flexible and resilient in order to cope with the demands of the role. You are required to be SACT Competent to apply for this post. Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible. Main duties of the job You should be able to combine autonomy with team working sensitivity and professionalism. You will be expected to adopt a holistic, pro-active and dynamic approach, being responsible for the delivery of a high standard of care and service to the patients. You will in association with your colleagues be required to support patients and their carers on all aspects of their care, be they newly diagnosed, or being treated with palliative intent. You are required to be SACT Competent to apply for this post. For further information a please contact Stacy, Unit Manager, HODU Pembury Hospital on (01892) 635174 stacy.wilson1nhs.net You are welcome to arrange an informal visit About us Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms. Looking for flexible working? We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs. Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package: o At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff). o Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits o Blue Light card eligibility o And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below Date posted 27 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 Reference number 359-6921485-T1 Job locations Tunbridge Wells Hospital Tonbridge Road Tunbridge Wells TN2 4QJ Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandardsnhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning. Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandardsnhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning. Person Specification Qualifications Essential First level registered nurse registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council SACT trained Desirable Evidence of further education since qualification Evidence of ongoing CPD Mentorship/ Practice assessor Advance Life Support provider Experience/Knowledge Essential Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a newly qualified nurse. Understanding of equality and diversity and how to apply it to self. Understanding of NMC Code and requirements of it for own practice and behaviour. Desirable Experience at Band 5, or equivalent in an acute setting Proficient clinician and clinical role model. Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes Use of Electronic documentation/ EP Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS Skills Essential Able to assess plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients / clients and give relevant advice / information to patients and relatives Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and administration of blood products Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill and other challenging situations Able to assess plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients / clients and give relevant advice / information to patients and relatives Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and administration of blood products Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill and other challenging situations Is able to manage team and individual performance Cannulation and venepuncture IV administration competent Good interpersonal skills Good communication skills Evident commitment to high standards of patient-centred care Evident commitment to high standards of patient-centred care Adaptable and flexible Effective organisational skills Ability to reflect on practice, accept criticism and act constructively Understanding of own accountability, responsible and reliable Utilises a problem-solving approach to work Demonstrates effective nursing practice in all basic registered nurse procedures. Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate. Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role. Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team. Demonstrates awareness of research-based practice. Able to communicate effectively verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed. Able to document observations, results, decisions and actions etc. effectively in patient health records and communicate these effectively to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team. Motivated, and able to articulate reasons for desire, to work in this clinical area. Able to supervise clinical support workers and students effectively when required. Good written and non-verbal skills Desirable CVAD Competent IT/Keyboard skills PICC placement Commitment to teaching others Person Specification Qualifications Essential First level registered nurse registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council SACT trained Desirable Evidence of further education since qualification Evidence of ongoing CPD Mentorship/ Practice assessor Advance Life Support provider Experience/Knowledge Essential Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a newly qualified nurse. Understanding of equality and diversity and how to apply it to self. Understanding of NMC Code and requirements of it for own practice and behaviour. Desirable Experience at Band 5, or equivalent in an acute setting Proficient clinician and clinical role model. Understanding of audit and benchmarking processes Use of Electronic documentation/ EP Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS Skills Essential Able to assess plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients / clients and give relevant advice / information to patients and relatives Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and administration of blood products Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill and other challenging situations Able to assess plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients / clients and give relevant advice / information to patients and relatives Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and administration of blood products Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill and other challenging situations Is able to manage team and individual performance Cannulation and venepuncture IV administration competent Good interpersonal skills Good communication skills Evident commitment to high standards of patient-centred care Evident commitment to high standards of patient-centred care Adaptable and flexible Effective organisational skills Ability to reflect on practice, accept criticism and act constructively Understanding of own accountability, responsible and reliable Utilises a problem-solving approach to work Demonstrates effective nursing practice in all basic registered nurse procedures. Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate. Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role. Demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team. Demonstrates awareness of research-based practice. Able to communicate effectively verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed. Able to document observations, results, decisions and actions etc. effectively in patient health records and communicate these effectively to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team. Motivated, and able to articulate reasons for desire, to work in this clinical area. Able to supervise clinical support workers and students effectively when required. Good written and non-verbal skills Desirable CVAD Competent IT/Keyboard skills PICC placement Commitment to teaching others 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 Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Address Tunbridge Wells Hospital Tonbridge Road Tunbridge Wells TN2 4QJ Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)