Sister/Charge Nurse - Judy Beard Day Unit
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Hastings, TN37 7RDView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
22 October 2026
3 days leftJob description
We are a small, friendly, and dedicated team committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients. We are now seeking an experienced Sister...
At least two years' recent and relevant experience within an oncology or haematology setting
Comprehensive knowledge and skills to coordinate the day-to-day running of a SACT unit
A completed SACT passport
The ability and confidence to use clinical expertise and supported decision-making in the safe administration and management of SACT, including recognition and management of side effects
The ability or willingness to develop triage skills for cancer patients
A passion for providing strong, supportive leadership and promoting a culture of learning and excellence
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details about this role.
If you have any questions about this position, please do not hesitate to contact us; we would be delighted to hear from you.
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Qualifications
Essential
- NMC level 1 registration
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- Level 3 mentorship or equivalent
- Relevant degree
- SACT Passport
Desirable: - Additional post-registration training / courses in relevant speciality
Experience
Essential
- 5 years post registration experience with a minimum of 18 months at senior staff nurse level or above.
- Proven recent relevant experience in Oncology/Haematology treatments
- Supervision and teaching of junior staff
Desirable: - Experience of working with other agencies/MDT
Skills
Essential
- Skills in venepuncture, cannulation
- Administration of chemotherapy/Immunotherapy drugs.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and non-verbal
- Able to educate and support patients, carers and relatives
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation and recommendations in the field of cancer.
- Awareness of changing trends within chemotherapy/Immunotherapy
- Evidence of research awareness.
Desirable: - Management of CVAD
Other
Essential: - Confident and articulate.; - Motivated to work within directorate
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
12 October 2026
Last checked
13 October 2026
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