Staff Nurse (Band 6) - Medical Day Unit
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Chelsea, SW3 6JJView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£47,951 to £56,863
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
26 October 2026
6 days leftJob description
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Staff Nurse with postregistration experience, desirably in oncology, to join the Med...
- To work collaboratively, as part of the multidisciplinary team, to co-ordinate high-quality, evidence-based nursing care for patients.
- To lead the assessment and management of the complex needs of patients with cancerreceiving SACT.
- To ensure patients are educated on SACT, including clinical trials, administered on the unit.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
- Work collaboratively, within the multidisciplinary team, to create a safe patient environment in which the complex needs of patients with cancer receiving SACT are met.
- Promote, and facilitate, the education of patients on SACT, including its side effects, to empower patients to escalate side effects timely and safely.
- Practice within Trust protocols, including those for clinical trials, and support junior colleagues to also practice within such guidelines.
- Lead the recognition of signs of a deteriorating patient and assist junior colleagues to respond promptly to signs.
- Utilise advanced time-management and prioritisation skills to manage the demands of a busy environment with a high caseload and support junior colleagues in also meeting demands.
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.
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)
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
15 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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