Job overview
We are looking to recruit a staff nurse to join our small team of SACT nurses who deliver systemic anti-cancer therapies on site in the Macmillan Cancer Unit at Leighton Hospital.
You must be flexible to meet the needs of our service and be able to work flexibly between the hours of 8am and 8pm. The Unit is currently open Monday to Friday though some weekend working is anticipated in the future as our service expands to deliver more SACT closer to home. This is a role where you can learn and develop new skills whilst working within a supportive environment.
We deliver SACT to patients who are undergoing treatment for haematological cancers and solid tumours and work with a number of visiting Oncologists from tertiary centres such as The Christie and the University Hospitals of North Midlands. We receive excellent feedback from our patients about the level of care we provide.
This post is 23 hours and 15 minutes per week
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant must have good communication skills and work well as part of a small team. Previous experience of working with cancer patients or within a cancer setting is essential.
You must have experience of current chemotherapy administration and you must have completed the degree level module for Chemotherapy administration or SACT passport. Your application will not be considered if you can not demonstrate this. You must have experience in cannulation, accessing CVAD’s, phlebotomy and have the confidence to administer chemotherapy under nurse-led protocols.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1.Perform comprehensive assessment of patient nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate care according to changing health care needs, including providing clinical expertise, advice and guidance within the particular area of clinical practice to improve the overall care provided by the team 2. Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team/agencies to ensure that patient needs are met 3. Involve patients, relatives/carers in the delivery of care, providing reassurance and support to assist their understanding and co-operation 4. Prepare the clinical area for safe practice by ensuring that cleanliness is maintained, materials and equipment are ready for use, including clearing away afterwards 5. Provide escort and transfer for patients as directed by the multidisciplinary team 6. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations 7. Collect, collate, and report information, maintaining accurate patient records/documentation
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This advert is for Systemic anti-cancer therapies SACT Nurse with Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Crewe, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Jun 2026.
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