Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank Chemotherapy Nurse to join our Cancer Services team at The London Clinic, working across our Oncology Inpatients (Level 1), Oncology Chemotherapy Day Stay (Level 3) and Haematology & Stem Cell Transplant (Level 4) units in the Duchess of Devonshire Wing.
As a bank chemotherapy nurse, you will deliver expert, compassionate care to patients with a broad range of oncology and haematological diagnoses, including the safe administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy.
Key responsibilities:
- Safely administer systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and supportive treatments via peripheral and central venous access devices
- Assess, plan and deliver individualised, holistic care to patients and their families
- Monitor and manage treatment-related toxicities and symptoms
- Recognise and respond to oncological and haematological emergencies
- Deliver compassionate end of life care and coordinated ambulatory SACT
- Maintain accurate nursing records on Meditech and Mosaiq
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse (Adult) with active NMC registration
- UK university accredited chemotherapy/SACT administration course
- Current IV and SACT Passports
- Minimum 2 years' post-registration experience in an oncology or haemato-oncology setting
- Proficient in the management of central venous access devices, phlebotomy and cannulation
We offer a competitive hourly rate and the flexibility to choose shifts that suit your lifestyle.