Charge Nurse
Job reference: 263602
Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date: 09/11/2026
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Ninewells Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Department: Oncology, Ward 32

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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Oncology Unit Nursing Team to provide Nursing Care to patients undergoing various Cancer treatments and Supportive Care.

Previous experience in Cancer and Palliative Care would be desirable but not essential. Evidence of a high level of clinical expertise and continuing professional development is essential. Education to degree level is also desirable, further study at degree level to complete Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy administration will be expected.

The successful candidate will work within our busy department, with an exceptional multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored care to our patients, excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.

The successful candidate will develop leadership and ward management skills to support the oncology department and Specialist Services.

The post holder will be responsible to the Senior Charge Nurse in Oncology.

You must be registered on Sub-part 1: RN1 or RNA or Sub-part 2: RN2 of the UK NMC Register.

For further information please contact Elizabeth Imrie SCN on 01382 633832 ext 40574.

Hours of work: 36 hours working day/night rotation.

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