Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Essential
Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration
- Essential
Evidence of relevant post basic study
- Essential
Able to demonstrate a proficient knowledge of Chemotherapy drugs and administration, side effects and actions to be taken in the event of an adverse reaction.
- Essential
Physically capable of performing the role and responsibilities expected of the post holder e.g. manual handling of patients
- Essential
Ability to motivate others and maintain own motivation
- Essential
Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job overview
1 x Full Time Permanent Position
1 x Full Time 12 Months Fixed Term Position
We are recruiting for a Registered Nurse for the Chemotherapy Unit who wishes to join #TeamIOWNHS. You should share our passion and drive to ensure that our patients receive quality and compassionate care
Are you keen to be part of the Isle of Wight Cancer Care team and becoming a Band 5 Registered Nurse in the Chemotherapy Unit.
You will become part of a small, dynamic team working in a fast-paced unit providing treatment for patients.
We are looking for a self-motivated, innovative and forward thinking registered nurse with demonstrable registration experience in this field.
Ideally you will have experience in the Oncology and Haematology setting and be competent in administration of Chemotherapy and Intravenous therapies. Cannulation and venepuncture skills are essential. However, if you do not have this experience, please discuss with the Chemotherapy Sister or Consultant Cancer Nurse.
An adaptive professional approach is essential as you will deal with sensitive information.
We are looking for someone who is passionate and committed to patient-centered care, who can demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a multi-professional team.
Previous candidates need not apply
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy Unit with Isle of Wight NHS Trust in Newport, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Registered nurse role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pro rata, per annum. The contract type is 1 x Permanent and 1 x Fixed Term positions available. The application deadline is 09 Sep 2026.
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