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We are seeking highly motivated Band 5 nurses to join our Cancer Team.  We are looking for enthusiastic, committed and dedicated nurses with excellent communication skills with an interest in oncology to join us.

You will be welcomed to the multi-disciplinary team and be supported through a program of development and training.

In this you will contribute to the provision and monitoring of high quality individualised nursing care.  Providing a high standard of care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care, treatments and process.  Undertake specific cancer care competencies including the administration of chemotherapy (SACT).

As well as being a registered nurse you will need to show experience of working in the acute setting and have an understanding of current issues relating to cancer care.

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As a staff nurse in cancer services your role will be split between our Chemotherapy Unit and tumour site specific team.  I n each department you will learn about each area’s specialist services.

You will be working in our Chemotherapy Unit where you will be taking part in the administration of SACT.  You will be learning about cancer, the specific treatments and care.  You will gain specialist knowledge in the administration of chemotherapy.

You will spend time with other cancer specialist services including Clinical Nurse Specialists, ANPs, the Palliative Care Team and Acute Oncology Team.

The staff nurse is a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing skilled care and advice to cancer patients and their families / partners / friends in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

The staff nurse will assist in the management and organisation of the  nursing service in all clinical cancer areas when required.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton.  Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

 

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.