Assessment Sister/Charge Nurse

Assessment Sister/Charge Nurse Overview

An exciting opportunity has emerged for the position of Assessment Sister/Charge Nurse at the Weston Park Cancer Centre, part of a strategic transformation in cancer services. This role involves working within the assessment service, which includes telephone triage and direct patient admissions. The successful candidate will provide daily support to phone triage nurses and manage complex calls.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments for cancer patients attending Weston Park as non-elective admissions.
• Order and carry out necessary investigations and initiate treatments within defined competence and protocols, collaborating with senior clinicians and the multi-professional team.
• Provide site management, leadership, and clinical support to the nursing team during night shifts, in conjunction with the hospital at night team and duty matron.
• Manage complex calls and provide support to phone triage nurses on a daily basis.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be a Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Desirable qualifications include post-registration studies in oncology or symptom management.
• Completion of the national PEAP program for practice supervisors or an equivalent teaching and assessing qualification is preferred.
• Essential competencies include core and relevant SACT competences, IV drug administration, phlebotomy, cannulation, and CVADs.
• Experience in caring for cancer patients and those receiving cancer treatment is essential.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and significant post-registration experience are required.
• Desirable experience includes providing telephone advice and triage services, as well as management experience.
• Ability to manage highly complex or sensitive situations with patients, relatives, and staff is essential.
• Must be a motivated and enthusiastic team player with the ability to participate in the education of others.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata for part-time staff.
• Permanent contract with full-time working hours.
• Commitment to professional development and support for work-life balance.

For further information and to apply, please visit the NHS Jobs website. The closing date for applications is 27 October 2026.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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