Charge Nurse/Sister - Medlock Unit (Oncology)
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 15/09/2026
- Closes
- 21/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for a compassionate and motivated Charge Nurse/Sister to join the oncology team on the Medlock Unit within the new Dyson Cancer Centre. The successful candidate will support patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) and other treatments, with opportunities for skill development and career progression. The role involves working at both the Royal United Hospital and occasionally at Frome Community Hospital. The team focuses on providing high-quality, person-centred care to cancer patients and their families.
Key responsibilities
- Maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care.
- Proactively co-ordinate patient discharge arrangements.
- Promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with health professionals.
- Educate patients and their carers as required.
- Supervise junior staff in the delivery of care through monitoring, mentoring, and clinical supervision.
- Educate, consent, and administer patient treatment regimes such as Chemotherapy and SACT.
Essential criteria
- Recognsing the deteriorating patient
- oncology/ haematology experience
- 6-12 months acute experience in NHS
Desirable criteria
- SACT module/ equivalent
- CVAD/ Venapuncture competencies
- Previous experience at taking charge
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £39,959 – £48,117 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Charge Nurse/Sister - Medlock Unit (Oncology)
The closing date is 21 September 2026
Job summary
Come and make a real difference by joining our dedicated nursing team on the Medlock Unit, based within the brand-new Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH.
We are looking for a kind, compassionate and motivated nurse to join our passionate, highly skilled multi-professional team. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in developing or enhancing their competency in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).
Within the Medlock Unit, you will have the opportunity to broaden your skills and knowledge while supporting patients receiving SACT and other supportive treatments in an acute cancer setting. You will receive a tailored induction programme, including visits to adjacent areas within the department, followed by completion of the SACT Competency Passport within six months.
We are committed to supporting your ongoing development. Once established in post, you will be encouraged to shape your career direction, with a range of Cancer Care qualifications available to support both your professional progression and the evolving needs of the service.
As our service expands into the community, the role will also include working at Frome Community Hospital when required. Staff will travel from the RUH to the satellite unit
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