Description
Spire Leicester Hospital is looking for an experienced and compassionate SACT Nurse to join our dedicated Cancer Services team.
As a SACT Nurse, you will deliver safe, evidence-based systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and supportive care to patients throughout their cancer treatment journey. You will be part of a specialist multidisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and outstanding patient outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver safe, evidence-based systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and supportive care.
- Provide specialist advice and support to patients and their families from diagnosis through treatment.
- Manage a caseload of oncology patients, acting as a key worker throughout their pathway.
- Undertake patient assessments, care planning, and evaluation of treatment outcomes.
- Work closely with Consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient care.
- Demonstrate expertise in venepuncture, cannulation, CVAD management, and chemotherapy administration.
- Recognise and manage treatment-related complications, including extravasation, anaphylaxis, and neutropenic sepsis.
- Participate in oncology telephone triage services.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and promote best practice across Cancer Services.
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Accredited SACT qualification and/or UKONS SACT Passport.
- Experience administering chemotherapy and intravenous therapies.
- Competence in venepuncture, cannulation, and central venous access device management.
- Oncology experience with the ability to manage a complex patient caseload.
- Strong clinical judgement, communication, and organisational skills.
- UKONS triage experience and knowledge of neutropenic sepsis management are desirable.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- £2,500 Joining Bonus Available
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance