Job summary
The Day Treatment Unit (DTU) at the Churchill Hospital cares for patients with cancer who require a wide range of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) including classic chemotherapy and newer novel agents such as immunotherapies and gene therapy.

We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and innovative nurse to join our Haematology DTU team as a deputy nurse manager to help the team achieve the best care for patients and the safe administration of SACT. Please note, this is a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

For more information or to arrange an informal chat/visit (recommended), please contact emily.portman@ouh.nhs.uk

Main duties of the job
The post-holder will:

• Assist the unit nurse manager provide clinical and managerial leadership for staff and the safe delivery of the SACT service, ensuring systems and processes are up to date
• Be part of our multi-disciplinary team (MDT) ensuring patients attending the DTU are cared for to the highest possible standard
• Contribute to the development of clinical practice in a positive manner in order to maintain a consistent, motivated day treatment focus.
• Be available to travel between DTUs at the Churchill and Horton hospitals to assist where required

The applicant should be experienced in the administration of SACT, be able to communicate sensitively & effectively with patients, their carers and all members of the MDT and be an excellent team player. Full induction and training will be provided. The role is supervised and clearly linked to competencies that require completion within a pre-arranged time frame.

Job responsibilities
Leadership & Management

• To be experienced in the role of day unit coordinator and with strategies for dealing with issues as they arise, with advice and support from senior staff.
• Provide leadership and supervision, managerial direction and support to junior colleagues within the day unit team in the delivery of service, proactively anticipating and planning for trends whilst maintaining the cohesive team structure and effective use of resources.
• Promote effective communication between all members of the health care team to support a cohesive working environment for patients and staff.

Clinical

• To have completed relevant training for the Safe Handling & Administration of SACT.
• Demonstrate technical skills ensuring adherence to trust and local policies (e.g. cannulation, SACT administration, central venous catheter management, and phlebotomy).
• To consistently maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation, through the use of current electronic systems (e.g. EPR, Aria).
• To prioritise own work and that of others to ensure both the patient and unit is managed safely and effectively.
• Act as a clinical role model, demonstrating expert knowledge and skills in the care of patients receiving SACT, responding to changes promptly and appropriately, developing specialised plans of care / follow relevant protocols in collaboration with other senior nurses and the multi-professional team, patients and significant others.

Person Specification
Education and training
Essential

• Registered nurse: entry on part 1 or 12 of the NMC register
• Experience in an acute setting and relevant specialist experience

Desirable

• Teaching/Management experience

Skills/aptitudes
Essential

• Demonstrable experience in ward co-ordination

Values
Essential

• Evidence of commitment to the Oxford University Hospitals' vision and values.

Working pattern
Part-time

Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year Pro rata per annum

Contract
Fixed term, 12 months

Reference number
321-SW-8294031-B6-EXT

Closing date
19 November 2026

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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. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.