Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Demonstrates up to date clinical credibility/competence
- Knowledge
Evidence of advanced skills in practice i.e. iv additives, cannulation and venepuncture, and SACT administration
- Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of current issues in Acute NHS setting
- Knowledge
Can demonstrate up-to-date clinical credibility/competence
- Knowledge
Knowledge of clinical governance issues such as complaints handling, clinical risk management
- Knowledge
Knowledge of current NHS and Professional issues
- Qualifications
Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12 or equivalent
- Qualifications
First Degree or working towards this
- Qualifications
Evidence of recent post qualification in cancer nursing or equivalent experience in a SACT setting
- Qualifications
Ability to demonstrate professional updating of knowledge in past one/two years
- Qualifications
Care of the Patient Requiring SACT Course
- Qualifications
Teaching Qualification ENB 998, Mentorship Qualification
Desirable
1 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
At least 1 year working as a Band 6 SACT nurse
Job overview
Royal Surrey Cancer Centre is the specialist cancer centre based at the Royal Surrey County Hospital. Established in 1996 and serving a population of approximately 1.2 million across Surrey and West Sussex, it is highly regarded for the excellent care it provides and for its work with the University of Surrey and major pharmaceutical companies in conducting vital research to support the development of new cancer treatments.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Allied Health Professional in the Cancer Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to work within an outpatient environment of one of the countries major cancer centres, we offer rapid diagnosis, advanced treatment and access to cutting edge research to more than 8000 patients each year across the South East of England, including delivering 4,0000 chemotherapy treatments.
We are looking for hard working, enthusiastic people with good communication skills to join our busy team. Previous experience would be beneficial.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As a registered, accountable and autonomous Allied Health Professional to act in the best interests of your patients at all times and take personal responsibility for your actions and decisions. To be responsible for patient assessment, planning of care, implementing and supervising safe and compassionate care, and evaluating the effectiveness of care. As an NMC registrant facilitate learning and development of others. You will demonstrate leadership qualities and be open, transparent and trustworthy. As a Trust employee act with integrity and uphold the values and beliefs of the Trust and the NMC Code of Conduct or equivalent.
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 SACT Approver with Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust in Guildford, England. It is listed as a Band 6 role. The advertised salary is £41,957 - £50,387 per annum including High Cost Area Supplement. The contract type is 22 months (Fixed term until 12-06-2028). The application deadline is 26 Nov 2026.
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