Staff Nurse- Cancer Care | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Salary:	£32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Southampton, SO16 6YD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Sept 2026
Closing date:	10 Oct 2026

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Summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Staff Nurse- Cancer Care

Contract Type: Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team on the specialist clinical oncology ward of C4.

In this role, you will contribute to the provision and monitoring of high-quality individualised nursing care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures for patients with a diagnosis of cancer. In your role you will provide a high standard of care for patients by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluation care for individual patients. Carry out all aspect of nursing care treatments and procedures within agreed policies and procedures.

Undertake specific cancer care competencies including the administration of SACT, PCA/epidural care, and the care of patients receiving specialised radiation treatments.

You will act as a role model to other staff, encouraging effective working relationships and the development of a cohesive nursing team.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

As well as being a Registered Nurse on the NMC register you will need to be able to show experience of working in an acute care setting and an understanding of current acute health service issues.

Other experience/skills needed:

Assessed as competent in administration of intravenous medications is desirable.

Extended Clinical skills eg venesection/cannulation/ SACT administration/ epidural, PCA competency is desirable.

Ability to lead, motivate, delegate and to be a team player is essential.

This advert closes on Thursday 24 Sep 2026

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