Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse

Job summary We are looking for a Deputy Sister or Charge Nurse to become a member of our multi-disciplinary team, providing skilled care and expert advice to malignant and non-malignant haematology/oncology patients and their families / partners / friends in the clinical setting. The post holder will lead by clinical excellence, the management and support of staff, administration of blood products, intravenous therapy, and SACT. We are looking for a nurse with the ability to identify the particular needs of these patients and will provide information, support and specialist clinical expertise to enable nursing staff and haematology/oncology patients to understand and cope with their diagnosis and treatment. The post holder will assist in the management and organisation of the nursingservice in the clinical cancer areas. This will include managing shifts and the rotation between the haematology/oncology ward and the haematology day units at RSCH and PRH as required by the service. Teaching and support of more junior staff and those in training is expected. This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria. Main duties of the job We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 nurse who strives for high standards of patient care to join our team of cancer nurses. The haematology unit consists of an acute 17 bedded ward nursing both haematology and oncology patients. We nurse neutropenic septic patients as well as post bone marrow transplant/immunocompromised patients, chemotherapy and SACT patients and palliative and patients at the end of their life. We also have a 6 chaired Haematology Day Unit providing out-patient treatments including chemotherapy, SACT and supportive therapies. Other services include our satellite haematology and oncology unit at Princess Royal Hospital. Rotations may be required. You will need to have:

• NMC registration
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in Oncology or/and Haematology
• At least 12 months hospital experience
• Experience leading a team or coordinating a shift
• SACT training
• Evidence of ideas for service improvement

If you would like to work with us in developing cancer services for Sussex, then please contact us for further details and to arrange an informal visit. Tel: 01273 696955. Ext 63806/67807/64646 We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require Tier 2 sponsorship please apply for our Internationally Qualified Nurse Advert. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust. Candidate Pack Details Date posted 22 April 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 279-7937427-APR26 Job locations Courtyard Building, Royal Sussex County Hospital, UHSussex Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE
Job description Job responsibilities Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement andauthorisationfrom your current Trust/Manager. Secondmentscantbe agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gainapproval,you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position. If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

• Work unsupervised providing nursing care as part of the multi-disciplinary team to patients - communicating with, and referring to other healthcare professionals as necessary.
• Deliver a high standard of individualised holistic patient care to promote and maintain all aspects of his / her physical, social, cultural and psychological well-being.
• Provide highly complex information to patients / carers about all aspects of treatment (chemotherapy, radiotherapy, venous access devices, side effects management). Using the highest level of communication and interpersonal skills and ensuring that the information is in easily understood language.
• Act as a role model and ensure effective staff supervision with clinical practice, working with staff and patients in an advisory, teaching and support capacity and maintaining professional competence, authority and credibility.
• Lead in the implementation of quality initiatives that improve patient care
• Lead on agreed areas and projects.
• Promote a culture that anticipates and addresses any patient concerns before they become a complaint. Is familiar with the procedure for dealing with patient / relative complaints.
• Support the Nurse Managers and Matron in the nursing management of the day units and ward.
• Lead the nursing team and co-ordinate all the activities on the unit and ward on a regular basis.
• Assist with management of staffing resources to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details. Job description Job responsibilities Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement andauthorisationfrom your current Trust/Manager. Secondmentscantbe agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gainapproval,you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position. If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

• Work unsupervised providing nursing care as part of the multi-disciplinary team to patients - communicating with, and referring to other healthcare professionals as necessary.
• Deliver a high standard of individualised holistic patient care to promote and maintain all aspects of his / her physical, social, cultural and psychological well-being.
• Provide highly complex information to patients / carers about all aspects of treatment (chemotherapy, radiotherapy, venous access devices, side effects management). Using the highest level of communication and interpersonal skills and ensuring that the information is in easily understood language.
• Act as a role model and ensure effective staff supervision with clinical practice, working with staff and patients in an advisory, teaching and support capacity and maintaining professional competence, authority and credibility.
• Lead in the implementation of quality initiatives that improve patient care
• Lead on agreed areas and projects.
• Promote a culture that anticipates and addresses any patient concerns before they become a complaint. Is familiar with the procedure for dealing with patient / relative complaints.
• Support the Nurse Managers and Matron in the nursing management of the day units and ward.
• Lead the nursing team and co-ordinate all the activities on the unit and ward on a regular basis.
• Assist with management of staffing resources to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details. Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Essential

• NMC registered
• First Degree in Nursing
• Chemotherapy/Oncology/Haemato logy course or equivalent
• UKONS SACT Passport

Desirable

• Leadership Course
• Physical assessment course
• Mentorship qualification

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)

Person Specification Qualifications and Experience Essential

• NMC registered
• First Degree in Nursing
• Chemotherapy/Oncology/Haemato logy course or equivalent
• UKONS SACT Passport

Desirable

• Leadership Course
• Physical assessment course
• Mentorship qualification

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Courtyard Building, Royal Sussex County Hospital, UHSussex Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE
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