Band 6 Chemotherapy Nurse

Job SummaryAre you interested in joining a stimulating environment that is committed to fulfilling the needs of its staff as well as its patients? If you are, a unique opportunity has arisen for a band 6 chemotherapy nurse to join our established and dynamic Chemotherapy Nursing team at Lewisham Hospital.We specialise in solid tumours and haemato‑oncological malignancies as well as clinical haematology. As a service, we strive to maintain a positive and supportive working environment where staff development is a priority. We are passionate about continually improving our services and you will be working collaboratively with the team on quality improvement.The shift pattern is 9.5 hour shifts (4 shifts per week) from 08:00 and 18:00 and some Saturday working on a rota basis.We are seeking a motivated and committed experienced chemotherapy trained nurse to join our team as Band 6 Unit sisters in the Chemotherapy day Unit Suite 8 (UHL). This role involves cross‑site working between our two chemotherapy day units at UHL and QEH.The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the shifts in the Chemotherapy day unit, leading and role‑modeling the service ensuring that the team delivers safe, effective care and treatments whilst maintaining a holistic, proactive and dynamic approach to patient care.Previous applicants need not apply.About UsOur people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivating a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership developmentWidening access (anchor institution) and employabilityImproving the experience of staff with disabilityImproving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and developmentMaking equalities mainstreamKey DetailsDate posted: 12 December 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 6Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum plus HCASContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-timeReference number: 197-AO7053DJob locations: University Hospital Lewisham, Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LHJob ResponsibilitiesParticipate in daily review of the treatment diary and ensure appropriate staffing levels and skill mix are scheduled to reflect the workload and meet the needs of the patients.The post holder will work in collaboration with the Unit Manager and team in identifying the developmental and educational needs of staff focusing on the care required by patients.To assess patients and monitor condition while on treatment.To provide advice and signposting for patients, carers and colleagues.To work collaboratively with the chemotherapy team to maintain safe standards of care within the NMC code of conduct and in line with Trust policies.To participate in educational and training opportunities offered by the team to members of staff across the trust.Key Result AreasPerformanceOffer advanced clinical knowledge and expertise in relation to nursing practice and specialist clinical knowledge pertaining to the service.Demonstrate clinical competence related to the support of patients receiving chemotherapy and other treatments delivered within the service.Ensure that care delivery is patient focused and that sound elements of research‑based practice are introduced, maintained and audited.Participate in the setting, implementing and evaluation of clinical practice standards within the team and unit, and meeting standards within Clinical Governance and government targets.Act as advocate to patients to ensure a patient‑orientated approach to the delivery of care and meeting standards within Clinical Governance and Government targets.Contribute to the maintenance of patient‑held records, where appropriate.Provide appropriate information to patients and their carers / families regarding their disease, treatment, services available to them, and the mechanism for emergency treatment, particularly in relation to neutropenic sepsis.Provide emotional / spiritual support for patients and their carers / families, referring to other relevant professionals where appropriate.Support management of the service budget, manpower (including recruitment) and skill mix in order to ensure the effective day‑to‑day running of the day unit environment.Maintain accurate and legible records of all clinical and legal documentation with regard to Statutory and Trust Policies.Identify the specific education needs of individual patients and carers and facilitate meeting those needs.WorkforceWork with the Unit Manager in the assessment of the short and long term development needs of the team.A close working relationship will be maintained with the Unit sisters and other staff for clinical and educational purposes.With the Unit Manager and other unit sisters participate in Quality assurance initiatives and ongoing nursing audits, with resulting changes in practice being implemented.Participate in reviewing practice with other nurses within the trust and attend relevant meetings and working parties.Identify the training and education needs of non‑specialist colleagues in order to promote specific skills related to the service speciality.Work collaboratively with the team to provide teaching programmes / opportunities to meet these needs.FinancialBe involved in the evaluation of roles with the Unit Manager and unit sister colleagues, considering the most effective use of staff.Take an active role in off‑duty planning, ensuring an effective skill mix within the available resources.Maintain safe stock levels of equipment with other members of the team.Be always aware of new ways of managing resources to increase efficiency and reduce waste.PartnershipsFacilitate effective communication within the multi‑disciplinary team.Provide high standards of evidence‑based nursing care in the delivery of Systemic Anti‑Cancer Therapy/supportive treatments in the Chemotherapy Day Unit. Work flexibly across David Whitmore, Suite 8 UHL and MBU Chemotherapy Day Unit QEH to daily coordinate the shift and ensure safety is maintained and smooth service delivery achieved.Work in close collaboration with the multidisciplinary team members, pharmacists, dieticians, Acute Oncology Service, palliative care team and other site specific clinical nurse specialists.Advise and support non‑specialist professionals who care for cancer / haematology patients including issues relating to chemotherapy treatment and side effects, the safe handling of cytotoxic drugs, care of intravenous lines, and neutropenic sepsis protocols.Act as a role model and mentor to other staff, providing informal education and support for them in their provision of care to cancer / haematology patients.Person SpecificationQualifications and Training – Essential1st level registration.ENB 998/Mentorship.Evidence of continuing professional development to degree level or willingness to achieve.Experience – EssentialMinimum of 2 years post SACT qualification.Experience of working in a teaching environment.Demonstrated up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant current nursing issues.Experience of audit.Knowledge and Skills – EssentialEffective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt communication style as necessary.Ability to organise and manage day‑to‑day departmental activities.Proficient in oral and IV drug administration. Able to manage a deteriorating patient. Computer literacy.Personal Qualities – EssentialCaring, approachable and supportive team worker.Able to recognise stress in self and others.Flexible to all shift patterns and understands the need to move ward areas as necessary to provide service.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsLewisham and Greenwich NHS TrustUniversity Hospital Lewisham, Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6LHEmployer's website: https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr