Sister/Charge NurseNHS
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced and motivated registered nurse's to join our Acute Oncology and Helpline Team as a Sister/Charge Nurse.
This is a rewarding leadership role that combines clinical expertise, specialist cancer nursing practice, and operational management responsibilities. The successful candidate will provide visible clinical and managerial leadership, supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe, and patient-centred care.
The post requires specialist responsibilities within Acute Oncology, including triaging and assessing patients via the Oncology and Haematology Helpline, managing patients attending the assessment area, and acting as the Clinical Nurse Specialist for patients diagnosed with Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP) and Malignancy of Unknown Origin (MUO). You will work closely with oncology, haematology and wider cancer services to provide expert advice, support, and continuity of care throughout the patient pathway.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Band 5 nurse's looking to progress into a senior leadership role or an established Band 6 nurse seeking to further develop their specialist oncology expertise.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide professional, clinical and operational leadership within the Oncology and Haematology service, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient-centred care. They will lead and support the nursing team, coordinate patient care, undertake Acute Oncology triage and assessment, and act as Clinical Nurse Specialist for patients with Cancer of Unknown Primary and Malignancy of Unknown Origin. The role also includes responsibility for staff development, service improvement, clinical audit and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and experience are maintained.
Job description
You must have significant experience in caring for patients with cancer, be competent in cannulation, venepuncture, care of central venous access devices and administration of IV medications.
For more information please see the attached Job Description pack
About us
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) is a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation committed to delivering outstanding care for the communities we serve. We provide a wide range of acute and community health services across Calderdale, Huddersfield and surrounding areas, with our dedicated workforce placing patients at the heart of everything we do.
At CHFT, we are proud of our values and our commitment to improving the lives of local people through compassionate, high-quality care. We foster a culture of inclusion, teamwork and continuous improvement, ensuring our colleagues feel supported, valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
As part of our Oncology and Haematology team, you will work alongside experienced multidisciplinary professionals in an environment that encourages innovation, learning and service development. We are committed to supporting career progression through education, leadership development and opportunities to contribute to quality improvement and specialist practice.
If you share our passion for delivering excellent patient care and want to be part of a team that is making a real difference to the lives of people affected by cancer, we would love to hear from you.