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Job summary

Main area
Oncology/Haematology
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Days and nights)
Job ref
205-8238588
Employer
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Stoke university Hospital
Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Salary
£39,959 - £48,117 Per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
14/09/2026 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Senior Staff Nurse

Band 6

Job overview

Are you passionate about delivering a high standard of care and do you have excellent communication skills , if so this opportunity may be for you.

To apply you must be an experienced nurse who has evidence of looking after haematology and oncology patients. You must be able to work independently and make clear decisions. 

We are seeking  a  Senior Staff Nurse who is dynamic and forward thinking and has  2 years experience of working in a Oncology/ Haematology environment .

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a Senior Staff Nurse to Join our team in ward 201 at The Cancer centre.

You must have a passion for oncology and haematology  and be able to demonstrate good knowledge of Oncological and Haematological emergencies.

The possession  of the SACT passport is essential.

The ideal candidate will have considerable clinical skills and be enthusiastic to develop their knowledge further to ensure a high standard of care is given to every patient in our care   .

You must be familiar with the UKONS triage tool 

Good understanding of effective patient flow with other emergency portals within the Trust

You will need to have excellent organisational skills and experience of leadership

Working for our organisation

University of north Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest  and most modern Hospitals in the country.  We serve around 3 million people and we are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. 

The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-On-Trent and Stafford.  Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke and Stafford Hospitals

We are the specialist Centre for major Trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales,

The trust works hard on ensuring every staff member has the opportunity to fulfil their potential .  Our goal is for patients to receive the highest standard of care, and for staff to be amongst the best to learn and develop.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are looking for a self motivated nurse , who can work efficiently and effectively in a busy environment , you must be able to lead on change .

You will have excellent skills assessing patients and it would be an advantage to have recognised clinical leadership course.

You must work well within a team and be an excellent communicator.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Must Have experience working in an acute setting
Desirable criteria
  • Have good knowledge of oncological/Haematological Emergencies
  • Knowledge of the Triage system and good understanding of the UKONS triage tool

Communication

Essential criteria
  • Good knowledge of patient pathways
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to make good decisions and set clear outcomes

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Registered Nurse on NMC Register
Desirable criteria
  • Degree in Nursing or health/nursing related studies or evidence of continuing academic progression
  • Current SACT Passport and have an excellent understanding of chemotherapy administration.
  • Formal leadership and management training

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Positive about disabled peopleAge positiveArmed Forces Covenant Gold Award

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

Apply online now

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Abraham Runsmon
Job title
Ward Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01782 672661
Additional information

Ward 201 

Cancer Centre

RSUH

S-O-T

ST4 6QG