Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team on ward C4, clinical oncology as one of the senior nurses. The role involves leading and managing the ward on a daily basis in providing a high level of care to our oncology and haematology patients. C4 specialises in providing expert care in specialist radioactive treatments as well as administering SACT and caring for those patients at the end of their lives or requiring palliative care. 

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. 

 We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

 Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

Managing and leading the ward on a daily basis
Providing support to junior colleagues and learners on the ward
Administering specialist SACT treatments
Caring for patients that require specialist care including epidural, PCA management and are undergoing specialist radioactive treatments
Holding the cancer care bleep to be a senior support to the care group