Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy Unit in Swindon

Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy Unit in Swindon

Swindon Full-Time On-site
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Band 5 registered nurse post in the Chemotherapy Unit at Isle of Wight NHS Trust, offered as one full-time permanent role and one full-time 12-month fixed-term role. The work centres on giving chemotherapy and intravenous treatment to patients, with cannulation and venepuncture skills essential. It suits a self-motivated nurse who can work on their own initiative and within a small, fast-paced team. Current NMC registration and post-registration study are needed to apply.

What the job involves

  • Administer chemotherapy and intravenous therapies to patients
  • Work as part of a multi-professional team in the unit

Qualifications

  • Evidence of relevant post-basic study

Registration & licences

  • Current NMC registration as a registered general nurse

Experience

  • Demonstrable registered nursing experience in this field

Skills & knowledge

  • Proficient knowledge of chemotherapy drugs, their administration, side effects and actions for adverse reactions
  • Cannulation and venepuncture skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills

Other

  • Motivates others and sustains own motivation
  • Self-motivated, innovative and forward-thinking approach
  • Works on own initiative and within a multi-professional team
  • Passion for patient-centred care
  • Adaptable, professional approach to handling sensitive information
  • Physically capable of the role, including manual handling of patients

Nice to have

  • Experience in an oncology and haematology setting
  • Competence in administering chemotherapy and intravenous therapies

What's offered

  • Onsite day nursery
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Discounts at local businesses and gyms
  • Opportunity to hire a Trust beach hut in Ryde
  • Flexible working opportunities

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Contact Details:

The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team