Job overview
Pembroke Suite is the SACT infusion day unit. We are looking for a SACT trained registered nurse who has experience of working with oncology/haematology patients and wants to develop their leadership skills. It is an exciting time to join Pembroke unit as we are growing our team, initiating an education package and looking to develop our staff.
You will work together with the oncology and haematology team to deliver an outstanding patient focused service for patients having all aspects of systemic anti-cancer treatment.
Main duties of the job
You will demonstrate good organizational skills, ability to take charge and lead the team with support of the senior leadership team. You will be expected to assess and develop junior staff through mentoring, learning and appraisals. You will be mindful of standards at all times and if you have concerns you will know how to manage them or to raise them to the senior team.
You will be working closely with the other unit leaders to manage the unit. In this position you will communicate effectively, listen to staff and ensure their views are heard. You will support your senior sister by making decisions and plans for the development of the suite and be able to present a united, cohesive voice as a senior member of the team.
You will be part of the senior team overseeing the daily running and management of the SACT day unit. This includes liaising with the pharmacy, scheduling, CNS & consultant teams to ensure patients receive high quality care.
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- SACT accredited course
- Oncology/haeamatology experience
- Leadership, experience of managing a team
- SACT administration
- IV administration
- Management of central lines cannulation & venepuncture
- Administration of blood products
- Knowledge of cytotoxic policy
- Evidence of being caring and compassionate with a good understanding of managing patients with complex needs.
- Evidence of ongoing personal and professional development
Desirable
- Intrathecal Chemotherapy skills
- Post registration qualification in oncology/haematology nursing
- Governance experience or understanding of governance
- Palliative care experience
- Leading a team in cancer care
- Practice assessor/ supervisor
- Advanced communication skills
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This advert is for Sister/Charge Nurse with Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust in Salisbury, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata if part time. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Jul 2026.
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